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 its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. 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.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation and immediate burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
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). If the veteran qualifies for a VA burial allowance, the family claims it with VA Form 21P-530EZ. Ask whether the home will help you file it.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in PA, about 66 miles from Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
We list about 1,623 funeral homes in Pennsylvania. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
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?
In its own description of its veteran services, Curtis L Swanson Funeral Home Inc mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
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 and cremation services
Burial
- · Immediate Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Traditional funeral services
- · Green burial
- · Cremation services
- · Prearranged services
- · Immediate burial
- · Out of town receiving/forwarding services
- · Veteran services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Assembly of God, United Methodist, Baptist, Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English.
How to request military funeral honors
By law (10 U.S.C. § 1491), an eligible veteran's funeral can include, on request, an honors detail of at least two service members who fold and present the U.S. flag to the family and play Taps. The funeral director usually makes the request and will need the veteran's DD214 or other discharge papers.
VA suggests asking at least 48 to 72 hours before the service. More on what honors include and how to request them.