Manke Memorial Funeral & Cremation Services
351 5th Ave, Paterson, NJ, 07514
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 New Jersey
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. 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
“I cannot thank Manke Memorial Funeral & Cremation Services enough for everything they did for my dad. From start to finish, every detail was handled with such care, compassion, and professionalism. During one of the hardest times in our lives, they brought a sense of calm and grace that made all the difference. Everything was absolutely perfect. They treated my father with dignity and our family with genuine kindness and respect. You can truly feel that this is more than just a service to them — they are truly trying to change the world through empathy and heartfelt support. Thank you for honoring my dad so beautifully and for taking such wonderful care of us. We will always be grateful.”
— Amanda Ohannessian
“We are incredibly grateful to John at Manke Memorial for the care and compassion he showed when helping my dear friend lay her mother to rest last month. From the very first day, he stepped in and made what could have been an overwhelming process effortless and seamless for my Friend. John's professionalism and genuine kindness provided so much comfort during this difficult time for her, ensuring every detail was taken care of. We truly appreciate his support and the ease he brought to such a hard moment.”
— Shonda Maduro
“In such a difficult time, John was a tremendous help. He gave simple and straightforward advice, and went above and beyond helping us. He even provided us with a comprehensive checklist for other things we could be forgetting in such a tough time. From communication with the hospital to even reaching out to Medicare for financial support on our behalf, we found solace in Manke memorial when we did not find answers from other well known funeral homes in Paterson.”
— Lesli Jones
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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