700 Linden Ave, East Pittsburgh, PA, 15112
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“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?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“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
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and 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 family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
“When my mother passed away, there was no question who we would trust — Patrick Lanigan. Pat handled my grandmother’s arrangements back in 1979 when I was six years old, and now, all these years later, he cared for my mother with that same compassion, dignity, and personal touch that has defined the Lanigan name for generations. Pat’s kindness showed in so many thoughtful ways. My children even noticed that he never just referred to them as “the grandchildren” — he always called them by name, which meant so much to them. He was also incredibly compassionate toward my father, who lost his wife of 63 years. My dad is absolutely heartbroken, and Pat treated him with such gentleness, patience, and respect. Pat is deeply rooted in the community where my mother was born, and he made sure the processional passed down the street of her childhood home — a gesture that touched us all deeply. The entire Lanigan staff was professional, attentive, and caring — down to every detail, even making sure the leaves were cleared from the parking lot before guests arrived. Everything with Lanigan's staff is truly first class. Thank you, Pat, for helping us honor my mother’s life with such love and grace. You made a difficult time truly meaningful.”
— Amy Zeigler
“I can't say enough good things. My family is truly grateful for the consummate professionalism, compassion, empathy, and guidance during a very difficult time from Pat Lanigan and his entire team.”
— Jesse Flohr
“Lanigan management and staff were outstanding in their handling of my father's recent funeral. They exhibited extraordinary professionalism in meeting our needs in the most sensitive and difficult circumstances.”
— Ron Baklarz
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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