Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc

Veteran services at Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc

Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc in Hunlock Creek, PA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "The pre-arrangement form includes a dedicated 'Military Information' section, suggesting assistance with veteran-specific funeral arrangements and benefits, including details on branch of service, serial number, dates of enlistment and discharge, rank, and discharge papers." On-site amenities include large parking area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,600 for basic burial and $2,175 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

Veteran-related services offered include cremation and immediate burial. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.

Published pricing at Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $2,175. That places direct cremation roughly 8% below the Pennsylvania median ($2,375). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.

The nearest VA national cemetery is Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in PA, approximately 66 miles from Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc. Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

Pennsylvania has approximately 1,623 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,175. Eligible veterans can offset these costs with a VA burial allowance, and burial in a VA national cemetery is provided at no charge.

Where is Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc is located at 2386 State Route 118 in Hunlock Creek, PA. You can reach the home at (570) 477-2500. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?

Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc provides traditional funeral service, green funeral, cremation, pre-planning, immediate burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?

The pre-arrangement form includes a dedicated 'Military Information' section, suggesting assistance with veteran-specific funeral arrangements and benefits, including details on branch of service, serial number, dates of enlistment and discharge, rank, and discharge papers.

Which faith traditions does Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Assembly of God, United Methodist, Baptist, Catholic families, among others.

What sets Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc apart

Family-owned business serving the Back Mountain and surrounding areas since 1975.
Located in a country setting with a large parking area, providing a comfortable atmosphere.
Offers a variety of service options including traditional, green, and cremation.
Provides comprehensive pre-planning and pre-payment options to ease family burden and ensure wishes are met.
Offers immediate burial and out-of-town receiving/forwarding services.

Burial & cremation services

Burial

· Immediate Burial

Cremation

· Cremation

On-site facilities

· Large Parking Area

· Home-Like Atmosphere

· Casket Display

· Cremation Urn Display

Affiliations & specializations

Specializations

· Traditional funeral services
· Green burial
· Cremation services
· Prearranged services
· Immediate burial
· Out of town receiving/forwarding services
· Veteran services

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Assembly of God, United Methodist, Baptist, Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English.

EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral

The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.

DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.

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How honors are coordinated

Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.

For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.