Urban Funeral Home

Urban Funeral Home We "Honor a Life Well Lived" with exceptional service. We provide Burial, Cremation, and Pre-planning. Family-owned since 1950.

Members of the Order of the Golden Rule. We adhere to the highest ethical standards. https://www.ogr.org/ethical-standards Our mission at the Urban Funeral Home is to provide dignified, professional, and personal service to families in their time of need. Our caring professionals will help to create lasting memories for your family, relatives and friends. We dedicate ourselves to services for those that choose either burial or cremation as their final disposition. We also offer families the ability to plan their personal services before the time of need. We encourage you make informed decisions and understand your choices.

Dorothy M. Henry, "Dottie" (nee Pine), 80, passed away on January 14, 2026, at Gwynedd Healthcare in Lansdale, surrounde...
01/17/2026

Dorothy M. Henry, "Dottie" (nee Pine), 80, passed away on January 14, 2026, at Gwynedd Healthcare in Lansdale, surrounded by her loving family.

Dorothy was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late John and Eva (née Wilwert) Pine. . Dorothy built a long and dedicated career in the rest...

Families come to us with different needs, and we help you plan a funeral that fits your budget, your beliefs, and your t...
01/16/2026

Families come to us with different needs, and we help you plan a funeral that fits your budget, your beliefs, and your timing because every situation asks for something a little different. You might want a traditional service with familiar rituals, something special like his antique car parked out front, or you might need something simple that can come together quickly. We'll walk you through your choices so you can decide what feels right for your family.

Kim Marie Lowery, 62, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at Jefferson Abington Hospital.Kim was born in San Jos...
01/15/2026

Kim Marie Lowery, 62, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at Jefferson Abington Hospital.

Kim was born in San Jose, California, to Donald Kennedy and the late Nancy (née Alberto) Kennedy. She was a 1981 graduate from Walter B. Saul High School. Kim began her career in administrative ...

Have you considered whether burial or cremation feels right for you?Some people know immediately which choice fits them ...
01/14/2026

Have you considered whether burial or cremation feels right for you?

Some people know immediately which choice fits them better. Maybe you picture yourself laid to rest in the family plot near your parents, or maybe you prefer the idea of your cremated remains lawfully scattered somewhere you loved. Both options give your family a way to honor you, and both come with their own considerations.

Telling your family which direction you lean takes one big question off their shoulders when they're already overwhelmed. If you're somewhere in the middle or honestly don't have a preference, that's worth saying too. Your family will feel better making the choice if they know they're following your lead. And rest assured that we’ll be there to guide them.

Sister Rosemary SamponBorn: March 28, 1933Died: January 8, 2026Funeral Date: January 15, 2026Sister Rosemary Sampon was ...
01/13/2026

Sister Rosemary Sampon
Born: March 28, 1933
Died: January 8, 2026
Funeral Date: January 15, 2026

Sister Rosemary Sampon was born on March 28, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the fifth of six children. She learned about Medical Mission Sisters by reading Anna Dengel’s Mission for S...

Sister Therese HayesBorn: February 27, 1938Died: January 8, 2026Funeral Date: January 16, 2026The oldest of nine childre...
01/12/2026

Sister Therese Hayes
Born: February 27, 1938
Died: January 8, 2026
Funeral Date: January 16, 2026

The oldest of nine children, Sister Therese said that her loving family nourished her missionary vocation with faith, piety, generosity, kindness, social justice and a sense of humor. She ...

Grief doesn’t follow rules. It looks different for everyone, and your way of moving through it is the right way for you.
01/10/2026

Grief doesn’t follow rules. It looks different for everyone, and your way of moving through it is the right way for you.

John George Farzetta, Sr., a longtime resident of Ambler, passed away on January 6, 2026, surrounded by his family at th...
01/08/2026

John George Farzetta, Sr., a longtime resident of Ambler, passed away on January 6, 2026, surrounded by his family at the Artman Home in Ambler, PA. He was 83 years old.
John was born in the Philadelphia area. He was the son of the late Thomas Farzetta and Catherine M. (née Costantino) Farzetta....

"What is a cremation casket?"A cremation casket is designed to be cremated along with your loved one. These caskets use ...
01/07/2026

"What is a cremation casket?"
A cremation casket is designed to be cremated along with your loved one. These caskets use wood or other combustible materials without heavy metal parts that can't be cremated.
Cremation caskets range from simple containers to more elaborate options, depending on what feels right for your family and whether you're planning a viewing. If you're having a viewing, we can walk you through what's available and help you decide what makes sense for your family.

Funerals help you find your footing when everything feels upside down.Familiar acts like lighting a candle, sharing comm...
01/04/2026

Funerals help you find your footing when everything feels upside down.

Familiar acts like lighting a candle, sharing communion, or walking together to the graveside become stepping stones that help you move forward.

We'll walk you through meaningful traditions, one step at a time. And if you'd like to create something entirely new, we'll help you build that too.

What tradition has brought you the most comfort?

Sister Joan Coughlin Born: May 13, 1936Died: December 27, 2025Funeral Date: January 6, 2026Born in Union City, NJ Entere...
01/03/2026

Sister Joan Coughlin
Born: May 13, 1936
Died: December 27, 2025
Funeral Date: January 6, 2026

Born in Union City, NJ
Entered August 22, 1953
Final vows February 11, 1961, in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Joan, the youngest of nine children, was born in 1936 in Union City, NJ. She ...

01/03/2026

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