Meda
328 5th Ave, Altoona, PA, 16602
License #fh-22825
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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.
Average in Pennsylvania
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
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.
“If you would like compassion from your funeral director while making arrangements for a loved one DO NOT GO HERE!!! He was so rude, unprofessional, disrespectful I could go on and on. He refused to allow us to have evening services saying his lighting outside is bad. When the services were over he told us to “pay our final respects then head to our vehicles” I would NOT recommend this place to anyone!! PLEASE TAKE MY ADVICE especially for your loved ones 🥲”
— Missy Servello
“Owner was very ignorant to both the daughter of deceased and also guests at viewing. Parking lot was not cleared prior to time of viewing. Wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.”
— Ben Nelson
“We had a funeral here. Funerals aren't fun but the service was great!”
— Alive and Well in Israel
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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