E.
E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home
2309 Broad Ave, Altoona, PA 16601 · (814) 944-9755
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About E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home

E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home is an independently owned funeral home serving the Altoona, PA area. They offer full-service funeral arrangements, giving families access to both cremation and traditional burial options, with starting prices for each at $1,695. Without broader local pricing data on hand, it is difficult to say how these figures compare to other providers in the area, though the equal starting price for both services is worth asking about when you contact them to understand exactly what is included. No review data was available for this summary, so families may want to seek out firsthand accounts from community members or local sources before making a decision.
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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$1,695
Traditional burial
Full-service package
$4,195
Direct cremation from
$1,695
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$1,695
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$750
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$475
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$450
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$450
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
$425
Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$325
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$255
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
Contact
Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
$1,695
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
$850
Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$1,695
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
$1,695

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Quick facts
OwnershipIndependent
Phone(814) 944-9755
ServicesNot provided
HoursOpen 24 hours
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