Doherty Funeral Homes
3200 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19808
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 Delaware
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. 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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“The staff at Doherty funeral home is absolutely amazing. They handled both of my parents funeral services (mom 1/2025 dad 10/2025). They were very patient with us and made sure that everything was completely perfect considering. We couldn't ask for anything better and my parents would have been proud.”
— Nikki Strzalkowski
“There's never an easy time when a loved one passes. Emotional turbulence is normal. Navigating the pathway for your beloved one can be confusing and tedious. Our Mom, Linda was the first to transition amongst our (her) immediate family. That put us in the novice category for having to manage Mom's final arrangements. From the very first call to John Yasik and Sandy, there was no gaps in service and professionalism. Bill consulted us all over arrangements, choosing a vessel for Mom, setting up timelines, placing the obituary in the paper and managing the insurance and other matters. Outstanding! The Buckley Family, Gene, Greg, Michele, Steve along with our spouses and children, cannot be more appreciative of the entire staff at Doherty Funeral Homes for making what is an uneasy affair, to one where we were all comfortable, including our many, many visitors who stopped by to share their hearts and stories. It was exactly what Mom wanted. Simple. Bill, Sandy, Kate, John and the entire staff, you made our day, because you made Mom's day. Thank you!”
— Greg Buckley
“Doherty Funeral Homes provided exceptional care and service to my family after the passing of my beloved husband. The staff was extremely caring and we felt that our wishes and concerns were always treated with the greatest possible respect and consideration. I especially appreciated the meeting I had with a staff member to help me navigate the "business" of death including contacting Social Security, insurance companies, businesses, etc.”
— Anna Ogunnaike
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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