Harry H Witzke's Family Funeral Home
4112 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott City, MD, 21043
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 Maryland
$2,869 – $9,025
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,869–$9,025. 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
“The staff went above and beyond to make sure our family felt cared about and listened to. They were so patient, so considerate, and so knowledgeable. After the funeral service, we needed to have the Witzke's hearse drive our loved one to Virginia for burial. All of this was handled with such efficiency and with so much dignity for our family. The staff was always available to answer questions, help with the video, explain procedures, and provide care. In a very difficult time, the staff at Witzke's Family Funeral Home provided comfort and excellent service.”
— Susan Barnes
“My mother recently passed away and Harry H Witzke's Family Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Veronica was awesome and so caring and thoughtful throughout the process of making arrangements right through to the services. She knew how each place where services were done operated and guided us through everything with great compassion. I highly recommend Harry H Witzke's. I just hope we don't need them to soon, but won't hesitate to call them when I will need them.”
— Honor Gifford
“Everyone at Harry H. Witzke's Family Funeral Home did such a great job with my mother and her funeral service. Samantha Logan was very helpful and made the entire experience as easy and stress free as possible during an extremely painful time for our family. I highly recommend them.”
— Jill Krokos
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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