Down to Earth Funerals

Down to Earth Funerals, located at 2203 Avenue Z in Brooklyn, NY, is a modern, women-owned funeral home redefining end-of-life care in New York City and Westchester. Founded by licensed Funeral Director Caroline Schrank, the business was born from a deeply personal experience of loss and a desire to create a more compassionate, transparent alternative to traditional funeral services. After her father’s passing, Caroline navigated the industry’s complexities while raising two toddlers, and she resolved to build a funeral home that treats families as humans, not transactions. She earned her degree from the American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Services and gained hands-on experience at a busy Upper West Side funeral home before founding Down to Earth Funerals. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she was among the funeral directors who stepped up to help families say goodbye under impossible circumstances, further cementing her commitment to holistic, client-centered care.

The business offers a full range of services, including affordable direct cremation, burial, and personalized memorial planning. Down to Earth Funerals prides itself on transparent pricing, no pressure, and no upselling—just honest guidance tailored to each family’s timeline, budget, and emotional needs. The team provides language assistance and a wheelchair-accessible entrance, ensuring accessibility for all. With a perfect 5-star rating from 29 reviews, families consistently praise Caroline’s compassion, guidance, and integrity. One client, Keith Andrews, described her as “a source of comfort, support, and guidance” during the darkest period of his life.

Down to Earth Funerals is built on three core pillars: honest operations, flexible personalization, and seamless support. The company offers prepayment plans to help families plan ahead with peace of mind. Whether through burial, cremation, or a community-centered memorial, every service is designed to honor individual wishes and support healing. Caroline Schrank’s mission is simple: to provide the kind of funeral care she wished existed when she needed it most—human, holistic, and grounded in genuine care. For more information, visit dtefunerals.com or call (917) 826-7010.