John Krtil Funeral Home Yorkville Funeral Service

John Krtil Funeral Home; Yorkville Funeral Service, Inc. has been a pillar of compassionate care on Manhattan’s Upper East Side since 1885. As one of the oldest independently owned and operated funeral homes in the United States, this family-run establishment has earned the trust of generations by serving all faiths and communities with dignity, respect, and affordability. Conveniently located at 1297 First Avenue in New York, NY, the funeral home is just minutes from all major NYC hospitals and nursing homes, ensuring prompt and attentive service when families need it most.

The dedicated team, led by owner/manager John S. Krtil and a staff of licensed funeral directors, provides a full range of personalized services. These include traditional funerals, cremation, pre-planning, and professional livestreaming for those unable to attend in person. The facility features an onsite chapel and is wheelchair accessible, with paid street parking available. Families can also arrange stunning floral tributes through Eva’s Garden Florist. For monument or headstone needs, the home partners with Travis Monuments.

Understanding the diverse needs of New York’s multicultural population, the staff speaks Spanish (Se Habla Español) and has extensive experience coordinating international shipments of human remains, thanks to the home’s proximity to foreign consulates. Prepayment plans are offered to help families secure their wishes and lock in today’s prices.

With a Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 13 reviews, John Krtil Funeral Home is praised for its compassionate, professional care during difficult times. Operating hours are Monday through Sunday from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with 24-hour availability by phone at (212) 744-3084. Whether arranging a traditional funeral, a cremation service, or pre-planning for the future, families can rely on the experience and warmth that have defined this historic funeral home for over 135 years.