Funeral Home Services

Funeral Ceremony

A funeral ceremony does something profound: it acknowledges that someone we love has died and creates space for us to say goodbye. This gathering brings together family and friends to remember the person who has passed, share stories, and lean on one another during a difficult time. At Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, Inc., we understand that every family approaches this moment differently, and we consider it a privilege to help you create a service that feels right for yours.



For more than 100 years, families throughout Shenandoah, Lost Creek, Sheppton, and the surrounding Luzerne County communities have trusted us to guide them through funeral planning. Our licensed funeral directors are available around the clock because loss doesn't follow a schedule. When you need us, we're here—call (570) 462-0921 anytime, day or night.

Not All Funerals Are the Same

While some families choose memorial services, cremation, or celebrations of life, many still find meaning in traditional funeral ceremonies. These structured services have honored the lives of the departed for generations, providing a familiar framework during an unfamiliar time.

At Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, Inc., giving your loved one a meaningful final tribute is at the heart of what we do.

Funeral services can take many forms—from deeply traditional ceremonies rooted in cultural or religious practices to less formal gatherings that reflect a more personal style. We work alongside you to create a service that honors your loved one's life in a way that feels authentic, allows your family to say goodbye in a meaningful way, respects your wishes, and fits within your budget.

Our experience serving Pennsylvania families has taught us that no two services should look exactly alike. Each person's life is unique, and the ceremony marking their passing should reflect that. Whether you envision a service in our funeral home, your place of worship, or another location meaningful to your family, we can help bring that vision to life.

Below, we've outlined what a funeral service typically involves and offered some background on funeral traditions. If you're ready to begin planning arrangements for a loved one, please contact us—we're here to help.

If you are interested in making funeral arrangements for a loved one, we invite you to contact us to begin.

What is a Funeral?

The word "funeral" conjures an immediate mental image, though that image varies widely depending on where you grew up, your faith background, and your personal experiences. A funeral service in Shenandoah, PA, shaped by the traditions of coal region families and Eastern European heritage, often looks quite different from one held elsewhere in the country.

Yet despite regional and cultural differences, funeral services share common purposes across traditions. They provide a dedicated time and place to acknowledge death, gather with others who are grieving, and begin the process of healing. Funerals encourage us to remember—to tell stories about the person who died, to laugh at fond memories, and to cry together. They offer continuity: a reminder that life goes on and that the bonds we share with those still living matter deeply.



If you have questions about funeral services or wonder how different traditions might be incorporated into your loved one's ceremony, our funeral directors welcome the conversation. We've helped families of all backgrounds and faiths create services that honor their unique traditions while meeting their practical needs.

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