John F. Givnish Funeral Home
10975 Academy Rd, Philadelphia, PA, 19154
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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“My grandfather passed this morning after a month of home hospice. He had made his arrangements with Givnish before his death, so they came out to collect him. It was the most beautiful send-off. They were so gentle with him, and even draped a flag over him to honor his time in the service. It had us all in tears… he would have loved it. They left a white rose on his pillow. I can’t express how meaningful it was to my family and me. Thank you for honoring my Pop Pop and sending him off so respectfully. I’m grateful that he is safe in your hands throughout this process.”
— Vicki Dallas
“Our Family faced the most devastated sudden loss of Our Beautiful Young Daughter. We didn't know what direction to go. We had used Givnish in 2020 in the midst of the Covid Pandemic before for my mother's funeral and so automatically turned to them. It was heart warming to reach out & be able to work with Funeral Director John Mach again. This funeral home is simply wonderful. All the staff there is so warm and comforting. They have amazing patience & understanding with everyone. The seamless care they carry out when we have had to deal with the arrangements of our Loved ones. Our Beautiful Daughter's viewing & services was so beautifully handled by Givnish, their patience with the abundance of people who came out to pay their respects to our daughter was amazing. Family & Friends went on to compliment the staff, the establishment as well as the services that were provided by Givnish. We can never thank Givnish enough for the ongoing support they also extend even after all the services are done. Our Family will forever be incomplete with the loss of our Beautiful Daughter & the void she has left in all our hearts but the care that Givnish has provided is forever appreciated & acknowledged.”
— george berdeja
“My mom passed recently and our first thought was Givnish. They did not disappoint. They went above and beyond. My mom’s service was beautiful and more than I hoped for. They gave my mom the tribute she deserved. I dreaded the whole process but they made it easy for us. I could not be happier with the way it turned out. Thank you Sam, Dave, Paul and John! I hope I have all the names right, you guys were GREAT!!!”
— Cathy Hartigan
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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