Burns Funeral Home
9708 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19114
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 Pennsylvania
$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
Business Hours
What Families Say
“My family and I cannot thank the staff at the Burns Funeral Home for their exceptional care and compassion, after my daughter’s passing. Specifically, Shamus, Shannon, Kelsey for making my daughter look like the angel she was and the makeup was beautiful (sorry if I left anyone out). The entire Burns Family was a source of great comfort, guiding my other daughter and I through every decision. The entire team handled every detail flawlessly from the wake to the Mass Service at Saint Katherine of Siena Church to the crematory. They even went as far as giving us a special tool to engrave our initials in my daughter’s casket. The funeral home was tranquil, welcoming, very clean with pristine grounds. The attentiveness and professionalism made a profound difficult time so much more bearable. We are deeply grateful for your services and would highly recommend you to anyone. Sincerely, Claudette Rivera”
— Claudette Rivera
“We are very grateful to the Burns family for providing the perfect funeral for my father. There was no detail left undone. We thank Shannon for assisting us with all the details and we thank Bob for executing the funeral day perfectly ❤️ you are all #1 in our book!”
— Lee Gibson
“Burns advertises itself as personal and dependable, and indeed, that is what we found. Bob Burns was very easy and pleasant to work with, and on top of every detail in a somewhat complex situation. We are grateful for his help and recommend his funeral home without hesitation.”
— Caroline Hemphill
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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