M.E. Fisher Funeral Home
2117 Madison Ave, Newport News, VA, 23607
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Virginia
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
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What Families Say
“M. E. Fisher Funeral Home and the entire staff Mark, Kae, Rose and Claude just to name a few were from the very first encounter were delicate, professional, gentle, knowledgeable, accurate, timely, patient courteous, When I can’t even think of any other words to describe them. This was first time a had to make funeral arrangements and they made it so quick and without issue. The check on calls during calls after meetings , the checklist just every step of the way letting you know what to expect the aftercare was / is top notch. They were just magnificent all around in me eyes in every department and if you’re in need of a funeral home or funeral services or anything that they can help you with I highly recommend M. E. Fisher Funeral Home for any services that they can provide excellent …..”
— Jetran Robinson
“M. E .Fisher has cared for several family members in the past and as always they have been professional and caring. Helping us to create the perfect celebration of my husband's life. From picking up my husband from home, the flowers, the presentation of his remains, to the close. The media display was amazing reminding us all of the many memories we shared with him. M. E. Fisher is and will be our families final caregiver.”
— Sheila Epps
“To Mr. Mark Fisher and the Staff at Fisher Funeral Home, We want to express our deepest appreciation for the exceptional care and compassion shown to our family during the passing of our beloved mother. From the moment your team picked up her body, everything was handled with such dignity, professionalism, and grace. A special thank you to Rose, whose kindness and patience in explaining each step of the process brought us comfort and clarity. Her gentle guidance, especially during such a vulnerable time, meant more than words can say. Mr. Fisher, your team’s promptness in preparing my mother for her journey home to North Carolina and ensuring that all arrangements, including the timely arrival of the death certificates, were handled so smoothly made a difficult time more manageable. Your dedication to honoring both the departed and their families truly shines through. Thank you so much The family of Delma M Slade”
— Kathy Williams
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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