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305 1st St, Hackensack, NJ, 07601
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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.
Average in New Jersey
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
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.
“Brent Smallwood, what an Amazing Human Being!! Empathy, respect, courteous, compassionate. I can go on and on about Earl I Jones Funeral Home. They have been burying my family since the early 90's, I can't say enough good things about this establishment. God Bless”
— Carla Shears-Jones
“Brent Smallwood and the staff of Earl I. Jones Funeral Home are professional and compassionate. I highly recommend them! They made the passing of my mother bearable. They prepared her so lovingly and she looked so lovely as always! I thank you with all of my heart!”
— Anita Moore
“I wish I could’ve rated zero stars. This place is TERRIBLE! Please DO NOT send your family member off with this company. They weren’t on time! They let the family just walk in without lining up the family; parents first, grandparents, siblings & aunts & uncles etc. They didn’t communicate with the congregation to inform us that viewing was now open. & NO ORGANIZATION AT ALL!”
— Tiffany Joyner
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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