Ralph Schugar Inc Funeral Home
5509 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15232
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?”
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.
“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
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.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Pennsylvania
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
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.
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What Families Say
“I lost my Mother last week, which was very difficult. Ralph Schugar Funeral Home made the experience as smooth, uncomplicated and positive as it could possibly be. The funeral took place out of state and they coordinated all of the moving parts. They arranged for the flight to another city, out of town funeral home, out of town cemetery and all the pieces worked perfectly. They delivered chairs, books, kipot, and a coat rack to my house personally for Shiva after we returned home from the funeral. Sharon and staff took care of every detail in a pleasant, kind, warm and thoughtful manner. It certainly made this very sad and difficult time easier to handle and alleviated much stress. I am very grateful. They are a wonderful asset for the Pittsburgh Jewish community.”
— Lois Kopolow
“I used used Schugar for both of my parents, but was too overwhelmed at the times to write a review, My best friend's husband recently died and the family used Schugar. The amount of support that they received from Sharon and her staff was exceptional. This began from the first call to let them know that he had passed. Sharon immediately made everything seamless. Having the utterly compassionate yet professional service made it easier for the family to be able to deal with their grief without having to be bothered with details around the funeral and burial. They were treated like family. I am sorry for anyone who is in the position of needed their services, but you couldn't be in better hands”
— Judy Kivowitz
“Losing a loved one is always a difficult and painful process that everyone experiences at some point during their lifetime. Sharon Brody (the owner of Ralph Schugar Funeral Home) and her staff make this process far less challenging and stressful because of their benevolent approach. I have been to many funerals over the years for both friends and family that were at Ralph Schugar Funeral Home. At each of these funerals Sharon and her staff were compassionate, patient, attentive, understanding and thoroughly professional from start to finish. It definitely made an already arduous scenario less daunting and trying due to Sharon and her capable staff. Their skill, competency, and management in organizing the funeral was truly instrumental in helping my family and friends honor our deceased loved one. I strongly recommend using Ralph Schugar Funeral Home for funeral planning, arrangement, and coordination of services during such a distressing time. Again, Sharon and her lovely staff have consistently been unwavering in their support and guidance during every funeral I have personally attended. I'm grateful to know that in the future, when I have to attend another funeral for a loved one, Sharon and her staff will be there to help.”
— Josh Wolinsky
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