Witkowiak Funeral Home
529 W Historic Mitchell St, Milwaukee, WI, 53204
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 Wisconsin
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. 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
“I recently lost my mother Raquel 10-14-24. Hardest thing I’ve ever had to deal with. Although it was hard to think of even planning her funeral service and burial, working with Witkowiak was the best decision I ever did. The whole staff was very kind and supportive, Specially Jim who was very lovely. He took care of everything and helped at the cemetery as well. I’m very thankful with all of the staff, I wouldn’t recommend anyone else besides Jim and his staff.”
— Denise Garcia
“This is one of the most recommended funeral homes I use or recommend my family and friends to use. Jim is a very loving and humble caring man.who definitely treat everyone like family. And his staff are very professional and caring.it's definitely a smaller business but when u leave u leave In peace like it was a bigger fancy home..I definitely would want my services done at Witkowiak..”
— Lada Sancht
“I was last here four or five years ago. I am in a wheelchair and there was no restroom I could use, because it was downstairs. I'll unfortunately be here again in a few days and will update if anything has changed. 😞 I did ask the two young ladies who were working the day of my brother's funeral several times. I didn't really believe them but they insisted the only restroom was downstairs. I can not go down stairs.”
— Winston Smith
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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