Cieslak & Tatko Funeral Home and Cremation Services
2935 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15227
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.
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What Families Say
“Michael worked with my wife and I after we tragically lost our infant daughter. He took care of everything in our time of grief and we had no burden to deal with. We are incredibly grateful for the service we received”
— Micah Kappel
“I want to say thank you to Mike Best for the fantastic kindness and compassion you showed my family. There was many compliments on how beautiful my mom looked from many people who attended the service. Two months later to the day my dad passed away. You personally came to the house at 5am to take care of a brother veteran. This is very highly appreciated. Along with the many things you took care of for us. From the bottom of my heart I want to say THANK YOU for taking fantastic care of mom & dad. I also want to say THANK YOU for your service to this great Country USA. You are a truly respectable man and run a very respectable business.”
— Bill Mayer
“My mom passed away in November . Mike personally handled my mom's funeral with care and compassion. My mom looked lovely. I think they did a wonderful job on her hair and makeup. A lot of people mentioned that to me. We couldn't say enough for the efforts the funeral home put forth. Mike is always kind and compassionate. My father passed away exactly 2 months later. Mike personally came to our home and got my father at 5am . With just losing my mom 2 months prior this meant so much to me. My oldest brother Billy and I moved in to care for my Dad . He needed constant care as he became very ill. My brother Billy and I had a rough few months. It's nice that Mike handled so much for us . We were devastated losing both of our parents so close together. I would recommend to anyone Ceislack and Tatko .”
— Jill Pitoniak
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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