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Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services

133 Otter Street, Bristol, PA 19007

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About Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services

  • Four generations of continuous Molden family ownership and operation since 1894.
  • Constructed one of the first buildings in the area specifically designed as a funeral home in 1938.
  • Owns and operates a private crematory, with licensed, trained, and certified staff overseeing every aspect of the cremation process.
  • Offers Natural Organic Reduction services.
  • Provides pet services, including private cremation and complimentary nose and paw prints.
  • Member of the Jersey Memorial Group, which received the NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Award in 2025.

History

  1. 1884Harry J. Molden resumed the Undertaking business.
  2. 1894The Molden family owned and operated Molden Funeral Chapel Inc.
  3. 1910George Molden (1888-1972) joined the business.
  4. 1938The Moldens purchased a lot on Otter Street and constructed a new facility, which included a full chapel, waiting room, office space and rest rooms.
  5. 1950George, Jr. joined his father in the business.
  6. 1958-1968The building needed two additions; the first to add a display room for caskets and a modern preparation area, and the second to increase the size of the public gathering area.
  7. 1982Christopher became licensed as a funeral director.
  8. 2014The firm celebrated 120 years of service and undertook major capital improvements, including a 2,200 square foot addition, a second chapel, increased accessibility, more spacious public areas, a private room for making arrangements, enlarged office space, and well-appointed rest rooms.

Staff

  • David Lee Hernandez, Jr.Owner/Licensed Funeral Director
  • Michael Vito Grandi CFSPVice President of Operations/Licensed Funeral Director
  • Eugene S. Norton, IIIMarket General Manager/Licensed Funeral Director
  • Mia Brenna AntimaryLicensed Advanced Planning Funeral Director
  • Enrichetta Robey*Funeral Assistant

From moldenfuneralchapel.com, the home's own website.

Prices

Prices on file for Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services. Confirm when you call.

Direct cremation$2,895
Basic burial$4,995
Memorial service$7,185
Starting price$2,895

Direct cremation at Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services is $545 above the Pennsylvania median of $2,350 (884 Pennsylvania homes with a price).

Basic burial at Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services is $155 below the Pennsylvania median of $5,150 (203 Pennsylvania homes with a price).

Services

  • Cremation
  • Burial
  • Memorial service
  • Pre-planning

Not listed: Direct cremation, Traditional funeral, Graveside service, Green burial, Veterans services, Grief support and Shipping and out-of-town transfers. Ask if you need one.

Also offered

  • Natural organic reduction
  • Pet services

Facilities

  • On-site crematory
  • Chapel
  • Second chapel
  • Reception area
  • Arrangement room
  • Office space
  • Rest rooms
  • Display room
  • Preparation area
  • Parking
Faith traditions
Catholic and Episcopal

Hours

24/7Available for immediate assistance

From Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services' website

What is opening and closing, and why are there fees for it?

Opening and closing fees can include up to and beyond 50 separate services provided by the cemetery. Typically, the opening and closing fees include administration and permanent record keeping (determining ownership, obtaining permission, and the completion of other documentation which may be required, entering the interment particulars in the interment register, maintaining all legal files), opening and closing the grave (locating the grave and laying out the boundaries, excavating and filling the interment space), installation and removal of the lowering device, placement and removal of artificial grass dressing and coco-matting at the grave site, leveling, tamping, re-grading and sodding the grave site, and leveling and re-sodding the grave if the earth settles.

Can we dig our own grave to avoid the charge for opening and closing?

The actual opening and closing of the grave is just one component of the opening and closing fee. Due to safety issues which arise around the use of machinery on cemetery property, and the protection of other gravesites, the actual opening and closing of the grave is conducted by cemetery grounds personnel only.

Why is having a place to visit so important?

To remember, and to be remembered. A permanent memorial in a cemetery provides a focal point for remembrance and memorializing the deceased. Memorialization of the dead is a key component in almost every culture. Psychologists say that remembrance practices serve an important emotional function for survivors by helping them bring closure, which allows the healing process to begin. The provision of a permanent resting place is an important part of this process.

What happens when a cemetery runs out of land?

When a cemetery runs out of land, it will continue to operate and serve the community. Most cemeteries have crematoriums, and some historic cemeteries even offer guided tours.

In a hundred years, will this cemetery still be there?

We think of cemetery lands as being in perpetuity. There are cemeteries throughout the world that have been in existence for hundreds of years.

How soon after a death must an individual be buried?

There is no law that states a specific time-span for burial. Considerations that will affect the timeline include: the need to secure all permits and authorizations; notification of family and friends; preparation of cemetery site, and religious considerations. Public heath laws may limit the maximum amount of time allowed to pass prior to final disposition. Contact your local funeral provider for more details.

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Common questions

How much is direct cremation at Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services?

Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services lists direct cremation at $2,895, $545 above the Pennsylvania median of $2,350 across 884 Pennsylvania homes.

Does Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services offer cremation?

Yes. Cremation is on Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services' service list.

What are Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services' hours?

Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services lists these hours: 24/7: Available for immediate assistance.

What funeral homes are near Molden Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services?

Wade Funeral Home (direct cremation $2,495), Galzerano Funeral Home and M J Burns Funeral Home Inc.

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