Wilkes-Barre Funeral Home and Cremation Services

Cremation & Funeral Home

Families in Wilkes-Barre turn to Kniffen O'Malley Leffler Funeral and Cremation Services when they need calm guidance, clear options and personal care close to home. Our South Main Street funeral home serves families throughout Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County and nearby communities with funeral services, cremation services, burial arrangements and pre-planning support.

If you need help now, call Kniffen O'Malley Leffler Funeral and Cremation Services at (570) 823-7157. Our team is available to help you understand the next step and begin making arrangements.

Visit our Wilkes-Barre Visitor Center website. 

Funeral and Cremation Care on South Main Street

Our Wilkes-Barre location is at 465 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. The funeral home gives families a local place to meet, make arrangements, gather before a service and choose the type of remembrance that feels right for their loved one.

Kniffen O'Malley Leffler is family owned and serves families from Wilkes-Barre, Kingston, Plains, Ashley, Mountain Top, Plymouth, Hanover Township, Laurel Run, Warrior Run and other Luzerne County communities. The location is also convenient for families searching for a funeral home near downtown Wilkes-Barre, South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre Township and surrounding neighborhoods.

Funeral Services in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Every family has different wishes, traditions and questions. Some families want a traditional funeral with visitation, a ceremony and burial. Others prefer a smaller memorial service, a private farewell or a personalized celebration of life. Our team helps plan the details with patience so families are not left trying to figure everything out alone.

For families comparing options, our funeral services page explains how we help with visitations, services, memorial gatherings, transportation, family coordination and final arrangements. We can also help families understand what to do when death occurs so the first steps feel less overwhelming.

Cremation Services and an On-Site Crematory

Cremation is a personal choice, and families often want reassurance that their loved one will be treated with dignity throughout the process. Kniffen O'Malley Leffler operates its own family-owned crematory, which gives families added peace of mind because their loved one remains in our care.

We help families compare cremation service options, including direct cremation, cremation with a memorial service, cremation with viewing and personalized remembrance options. Families can also review urns, keepsakes, memorial jewelry and other choices when planning a meaningful tribute.

Burial Services and Graveside Support

For families choosing burial, our funeral directors can help with the service, cemetery coordination, casket and vault choices, graveside details and family needs on the day of the ceremony. Our burial services are designed to give families clear guidance while honoring religious, cultural and personal traditions.

We can also help families think through whether they want a visitation, funeral ceremony, church service, graveside service or a simpler gathering with close family and friends.

Pre-Planning for Wilkes-Barre Families

Pre-planning can make difficult decisions easier for loved ones later. It gives you time to record your wishes, compare options and reduce the number of choices your family has to make during a stressful time.

Families can begin with our planning ahead resources or use the online preplanning form to start the conversation. Pre-planning can include funeral preferences, cremation or burial choices, service details, music, readings, obituary information and other personal wishes.

Local Obituaries and Family Support

Families can visit our Wilkes-Barre obituaries page to view recent services, share condolences and find service information. Obituaries help families, friends and the community come together to remember a life and support one another.

We also offer grief resources for families who need support after the service. Grief does not follow a simple timeline, and practical resources can help families know where to turn after the first few days have passed.

Clear Choices and Consumer Information

Funeral planning can involve emotional decisions and practical questions about services, pricing and timing. The Federal Trade Commission explains that families have the right to choose only the funeral goods and services they want. Families who want to learn more can review the FTC Funeral Rule for consumer guidance.

For local information about the city and nearby resources, families can also visit the City of Wilkes-Barre official website.

Visit or Call the Wilkes-Barre Funeral Home

Kniffen O'Malley Leffler Funeral and Cremation Services is located at 465 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. If you need immediate help, want to ask about funeral or cremation options, or need directions to the location, please call (570) 823-7157 or visit our contact page.