R Hayden Smith Funeral Home
2609 Cunningham Dr, Hampton, VA, 23666
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 Virginia
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. 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
What Families Say
“I looked for cremation services on the Better Business Bureau website and was thrilled when I found Berceuse Funeral & Cremation. More specifically, I cannot say enough to thank Stephanie S for putting my family at ease and ensuring all arrangements for my father were done with respect, dignity and in a timely manner. I wasn't pressured to purchase anything and she allowed me to guide all discussions regarding cremation services and keepsakes. Stephanie ordered the death certificates and offered to assist with Veterans benefits if needed. Needless to say, our family will be forever grateful for a stress-free and reasonably priced homecoming.”
— Lisa Archie
“A SPECIAL SHOUT-OUT AND BIG THANK YOU TO: Berceuse Funeral & Cremation Traditions, Hampton VA Kevin, I want to especially thank you for the exceptional services you provided to me and my family during our time of sorrow. You certainly played a major part in the success we ALL experienced in honoring my mother. I could barely think straight during the process and you were such a stabilizing force with your kind, patient, and caring manner. Your professionalism and assistance when needed was welcomed. The spacious layout and decor of the Funeral Home was perfect for the large crowd that attended. You receive a 5-Star rating and review from the Cochran Family! Vickie M-J @berceusefuneralandcremationtraditions”
— Vickie Manuel
“Met with the Kevin today for my sister's cremation. he is super condescending. pushes his Catholic views for ceremony. and will only address the ones paying for the service with respect. otherwise he won't acknowledge you're in the room. asks patronizing questions and is clearly bias. hopefully you're a white male when coming to this funeral home because that's all he will help.”
— Kayla Morgan
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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