Funeral Homes in Reading, Pennsylvania

Find local funeral home providers in Reading, Pennsylvania and contact them directly for availability. If you have specific preferences, ask about cultural or religious accommodations when you contact a provider. Review details and reach out directly—many providers can answer questions quickly by phone.

222 N Front St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19601

5.0 (15 reviews)

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2100 Perkiomen Ave

Reading, Pennsylvania 19606

5.0 (12 reviews)

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6 Fairlane Rd

Reading, Pennsylvania 19606

5.0 (12 reviews)

Funeral home • Casket service • Cremation Ground • Funeral director

444 N 9th St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19601

5.0 (9 reviews)

Funeral home • Casket service • Cremation Ground • Funeral celebrant service • Funeral director

2910 Pricetown Rd

Reading, Pennsylvania 19560

5.0 (8 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground

934 Centre Ave

Reading, Pennsylvania 19601

5.0 (7 reviews)

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1501 N 11th St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19604

5.0 (2 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground

910 Chestnut St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19602

5.0 (2 reviews)

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247 Penn St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19601

4.9 (86 reviews)

Funeral home • Cemetery • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Memorial park • Mortuary

3300 Kutztown Rd

Reading, Pennsylvania 19605

4.9 (61 reviews)

Funeral home • Casket service • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Mortuary

390 W Neversink Rd

Reading, Pennsylvania 19606

4.8 (53 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Mortuary

1605 Rockland St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19604

4.8 (17 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground • Funeral director

3825 Penn Ave

Reading, Pennsylvania 19608

4.7 (40 reviews)

Funeral home • Casket service • Cremation Ground • Funeral director

229 N 5th St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19601

4.7 (12 reviews)

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625 N 4th St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19601

4.6 (11 reviews)

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934 Centre Ave

Reading, Pennsylvania 19601

4.5 (33 reviews)

Funeral home • Casket service • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Monument maker

239 S 9th St

Reading, Pennsylvania 19602

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Funeral Costs

How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Pennsylvania?

Funeral costs in Pennsylvania vary widely by location, provider, and service type. Below is a typical cost breakdown to help you budget and compare.

Average Full-Service
$8,816
Incl. casket, viewing & burial
Direct Cremation From
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Confirm current local pricing
Typical Range
$7,053-$10,579
Varies by county

Service-by-Service Cost Breakdown

Basic service fee
$3,086
Embalming & preparation
$882
Casket (mid-range)
$2,645
Viewing / visitation
$705
Funeral ceremony
$705
Graveside service
$441
Transportation
$353
5 Ways to Reduce Costs
  • - Request a full itemized price list - it is your legal right
  • - Compare at least 3 providers before committing
  • - Direct cremation can save thousands vs. full burial
  • - Pre-planning may lock in today's prices against inflation
  • - You may supply your own casket - homes must accept it
FTC Funeral Rule

Federal law requires every funeral home to provide a complete itemized price list on request by phone or in person. You cannot be required to purchase a bundled package. This applies in all 50 states, including Pennsylvania.

What Drives the Price Up
  • - Premium or luxury caskets are the single biggest variable
  • - Metro-area viewing facilities command higher room fees
  • - Multiple certified death certificates at $15-$30 each
  • - Cemetery opening and closing fees often add $1k-$2.5k
  • - Headstones and monument costs are separate
State Laws & Requirements

Pennsylvania Funeral Laws & Requirements

Pennsylvania has specific regulations governing funerals, burials, and cremations. Understanding these before making decisions can save time and prevent complications.

Embalming is not universally required by law. However, certain conditions like public viewing or interstate transport might require it.
Many states require a licensed funeral director to oversee final dispositions and file the death certificate.
Home funerals are permitted, but you must still comply with local health regulations and paperwork requirements.
A funeral director must be hired to file the death certificate. Embalming is required if burial doesn't occur within 24 hours of death.
Licensing Authority
Funeral directors in Pennsylvania are licensed and regulated by the state's Department of Health or designated regulatory board.
Quick Reference
Embalming required?No (Usually)
Licensed director required?Yes
Home funeral permitted?Yes

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