Walter B. Cooke Funeral Home
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Walter B. Cooke Funeral Home
352 East 87th Street, New York, NY 10128 · (212) 535-1500
Part of Service Corporation InternationalPricing Verified
★★★★★4.958 Google reviews

About Walter B. Cooke Funeral Home

Walter B. Cooke Funeral Home is a full-service funeral home in New York City operating under Service Corporation International (SCI), the largest corporate funeral chain in the United States — families who prefer an independently or locally owned provider may want to keep that in mind. They offer a broad range of services including traditional burial, cremation, pre-planning, and veterans' benefits assistance, and reviews suggest staff are knowledgeable about guiding families through each of these options. Traditional burial starts at $9,118, which is in line with the premium end of the New York City market, though no direct cremation pricing was available to compare. On Google, the funeral home holds a 4.9-star rating across 58 reviews, with customers consistently praising the compassion and attentiveness of individual staff members — Selina and Sabrina are mentioned by name — and several reviewers specifically appreciated the support provided during pre-planning and out-of-state arrangements.
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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Effective Jan 20, 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$4,190
Traditional burial
Full-service package
$5,170
Direct cremation from
$4,190
Use of Facilities and Staff19 items
Reception Room
$595
Use of facilities for Tahara Room
$695
Hearse
$995
Limousine
$750
Flower Vehicle
$520
Service vehicle
$125
Transfer to or from airport
$895
Transfer to or from crematory
$620
Casket and alternative containers: $395
$15,795
Outer burial containers/outer interment receptacles: $2,395
$5,495
Urns $65
$1,295
Casket Medallions $50
$295
Catered Receptions
From $295
Dignity Stationery Packages $395
$795
Memorial Diamond $3,499
$75,000
Monument $500
$50,000
Monument / Inscription Deposit
From $250
Monument Cleaning Fee $195
$1,500
Professional Pallbearer (per person)
From $150

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Google Reviews
★★★★★Gloria Farre
2 months ago

I set up a Pre Pay Plan for my parents a few years ago. When my father passed away I contacted Walter B Cooke and they immediately took over the entire process for me. I live in Florida and my parents in New York so it was such a relief to know they were there for me and family every step of the way…

★★★★★Edward Levine
4 months ago

Everyone was so kind. They made the arrangements for my husband’s cremation very easy. I felt the cost was fair. Because today things can be photographed or scanned, I only needed three deaths certificates. Having my husband’s ashes in a necklace is a real comfort to me. I recommend Walter Cooke hig…

★★★★★Juwel Gomes
a year ago

A few days ago, we entrusted Walter B. Cooke Funeral Home with the coordination of my brother’s Funeral and Memorial Service. Meeting Selina Gibbs was a calming experience for my mother and myself. Her qualities of empathy, compassion and understanding of what we wanted were remarkable. Our sincere…

★★★★★Tamar Bains
a year ago

Completely satisfied with the process of preplanning my funeral wishes. Sabrina was absolutely lovely and helped so much in go over all the steps, pros and cons and benefits I was entitled to as a Veteran. Highly recommend their services.

★★★★★Trinity Ann
2 years ago

I recently entrusted Walter B Cooke Funeral Home with the arrangements for my dad and I must express my gratitude for their exceptional service during a difficult time. The staff showed genuine compassion, professionalism, and attentiveness throughout the entire process. Salina handled every detail …

Quick facts
OwnershipService Corporation International
WebsiteVisit →
Phone(212) 535-1500
ServicesNot provided
HoursOpen 24 hours
Google reviews58 reviews →
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