Ballweg & Lunsford Funeral Homes
4612 S Salina St, Syracuse, NY, 13205
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 York
$3,368 – $10,595
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,368–$10,595. 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
“My mother recently passed. Her parents went through Ballweg & Lunsford, and it was where she wanted to go as well. They are a highly professional, respectful, and helpful group. Their prices are reasonable and very clear broken down by each aspect or item of the process, everything is clearly explained, they make every effort to get you all of the assistance that you might require and will be with you to do it, even going so far as to make the calls for you with you present. I was assisted by Tzeiwei Sung, and I don't think I could have asked for someone gentler or kinder to be by my side during the process. He answered every question I had and went out of his way to help me and make sure that everything was taken care of. Thank you, both to Tzeiwei, and to Ballweg & Lunsford. As much as was possible, you eased the hardship of a trying time and I am grateful.”
— Tim
“Worked with Jason and he was very understanding and respectful throughout the whole process. He answered every question I had quickly and professionally. Would recommend these guys to anyone in need of their services 100%!”
— Rich Andrella
“Always the best service from Mr. T.Sung. and the great staff at Ballweg & Lunsford. This is the fourth time that T. has taken care of one of our family members in the past 23 years, and he is the reason that we always come back to Ballweg & Lunsford. Very comforting and compassionate care throughout every aspect of planning and conducting our funeral needs, each and every time.”
— Dean Evans
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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