To better serve our families, we have compiled the following list of frequently asked questions. If you have another question that is not answered below, we invite you to call us any time.

• Does Bitner Family Funeral Home provide a wide range of funeral and cremation services?
• How much does a funeral or cremation service cost?
• What should my family do if a death occurs out of town?
• Should children attend a funeral service or viewing?

Does Bitner Family Funeral Home provide a wide range of funeral and cremation services?

Yes, we offer a wide array of funeral and cremation options. We are committed to helping you create a truly meaningful, customized service for your loved one. After all, we believe that a funeral service isn’t just a time to mourn—it’s also a time to celebrate the unique life of your loved one.

Our expert staff will help you create a memorable service that reflects the cherished life of your loved one. Whether you prefer a large church service or an intimate gathering of family and friends, we can tailor services to meet your family’s unique needs.

Additionally, we provide exceptional after-care services to offer you continuing support after the service. We can help you resolve issues such as settlement of the estate, Veteran's benefits, Social Security and much more.

How much does a funeral or cremation service cost?

The cost of each funeral or cremation service will vary depending on the options your family chooses to include. If you would like to see a copy of our General Price List, contact us today. Our friendly staff will be happy to answer any specific pricing questions you may have.

All of our services include access to a professional staff 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

What should my family do if a death occurs out of town?

If a death occurs out of town, call Bitner Family Funeral Homes as soon as possible. Because we are skilled in handling out of town deaths, we can quickly and easily transport your loved one to the Harrisburg area. 

It is much less expensive to involve only one funeral home in final arrangements. Therefore, if you intend to use Bitner Family Funeral Homes for services, you should call us first. We will handle all the transportation arrangements and file the proper legal documents.

Should children attend a funeral service or viewing?

Yes, children should be a part of the family's grieving process. After the death of a loved one, children need resolution just as much as adults. However, it’s important to remember that each child will view and react to death differently depending on their personality, age and stage of development.

If you are struggling to help your child through the grieving process, feel free to call us to for guidance and support. We also have a lending library at the funeral home where you can read more about children and grieving and many other topics.

Hetrick Bitner Funeral Home, Jesse Geigle Funeral Home and Ronald C.L. Smith Funeral Home serve families in Harrisburg and Duncannon, Pennsylvania as well as New Bloomfield, Halifax, Marysville, Enola, Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, Wormleysburg, Lower Allen, Drexel Hills, Progress, Colonial Park and Steelton.  

Zips codes served include 17101, 17102, 17103, 17104, 17105, 17106, 17020

17107, 17108, 17109, 17110, 17111, 17112, 17113, 17120, 17121, 17122, 

17123, 17124, 17125,  17126, 17127, 17128, 17129, 17130, 17140 and 17177.