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Robert Walker Funeral Home
228 South 53rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 · (215) 748-4470
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★★★★★4.622 Google reviews

About Robert Walker Funeral Home

Robert Walker Funeral Home is an independently owned funeral home serving the Philadelphia area, which means families are typically working directly with the owners rather than a regional or national corporate structure. As a full-service provider, they can accommodate traditional burial services as well as cremation, with direct cremation starting at $1,300, which sits on the more affordable end for the Philadelphia market. Their Google rating of 4.6 stars is strong, though the 22 reviews represent a relatively small sample, so that score reflects a limited number of experiences rather than a broad pattern of feedback. Families who value personalized, locally rooted service and straightforward cremation pricing may find this home worth contacting, though it's worth asking for a full General Price List to compare the complete range of service costs before making a decision.
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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$1,300
Direct cremation from
$1,300
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$1,295
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$895
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$250
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$250
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$250
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
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Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$200
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$400
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
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Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
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Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
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Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$1,300
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
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Google Reviews
★★★★★Alicia browneyes
4 months ago

Forrest Walker Funeral Home was an absolute blessing to me and my family. The transitioning of my family member was so unexpected that I was at my wits end trying to figure out what to do next. Michael was incredibly patient and kind. He provided a safe space for me and my family to plan without any…

★★★★★Kash WB
4 months ago

Forrest Walker Funeral Home arranged both of my parents’ funerals. I’m deeply grateful for the way Mike Forrest guided me through my mother’s service. He handled every detail with such care, patience, and genuine compassion. Nothing ever felt rushed or transactional — he was consistently accommodat…

★★★★★Jemetra Harvey-Gordon
5 months ago

Forrest Walker Funeral Home took extra special care of my mother this past August. I was a wreck, Mr. Forrest came to my home, consoled and comforted me with the utmost patience and respect. My mother looked so beautiful and like herself. The time and care that was given throughout this time of ber…

★★★★★gwendolyn griffin
5 months ago

Forrest Funeral Home has cared for our family with compassion and professionalism since 2012. During some of the hardest moments of our lives, they provided guidance, patience, and genuine kindness. Their staff always made sure every detail was handled with respect and dignity, giving us comfort and…

★★★★★Earl Lewis
5 months ago

Mike was very professional and comforting. He took great care of my mother and made her look great. We had the added complication of a long distance interstate transport which Mike himself handled (must've been around 16-20 hours of round trip driving!). He guided us through the whole process, advis…

Quick facts
OwnershipIndependent
Phone(215) 748-4470
ServicesNot provided
HoursOpen 24 hours
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