Bruce C. Van Arsdale Funeral Home
111 N Gaston Ave, Somerville, NJ, 08876
License #3521
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 New Jersey
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
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.
Services Offered
Business Hours
What Families Say
“Our family has turned to Bruce C. Van Arsdale Funeral Home twice now—first for mom in September 2022 and most recently for dad in February 2026. During both experiences, Bruce and Brittany were exceptionally professional, efficient, and compassionate. They truly made a difficult process as smooth as it could possibly be. The home itself is lovely; it feels cozy and is filled with warm, natural light, which provided a lot of comfort to our guests. Highly recommend their services.”
— Julianne Wu
“My mother-in-law recently passed away on Christmas 2025 at the age of 95. We had preplanned funeral arrangements 2 years earlier and at our first introduction to Bruce and Brittany, we knew we were in good hands. Both of them were so caring and made us comfortable, which made our decision easy. On Christmas morning when she passed, Bruce, himself arrived at the assisted living facility in less than an hour after being notified of her passing. We spoke to him several times on Christmas Day to arrange the time for the funeral. As he told me, “We are available 24 hours, 7 days a week.” Bruce and Brittany made this experience pass with ease and compassion and I could only highly recommend them to anyone going through this process.”
— marc friedman
“Bruce and his family were incredibly helpful and professional when an unexpected death occurred in my family. From the first phone call to the moment we left the funeral home, Bruce supported us every step of the way. It’s clear that he truly cares about the families he serves and understands the pain and needs that come with loss. He guided us through the entire process, explaining every detail and answering all of our questions with patience and compassion. We highly recommend Bruce and his family to anyone going through a difficult time or in need of funeral services. Our family is deeply grateful for their care, professionalism, and the genuine humanity they bring to every part of the process.”
— Kevin Vega
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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