Veteran services at Deaner Funeral Homes
Deaner Funeral Homes in Stoystown, PA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,185 for basic burial and $2,640 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, veterans services, burial, and memorialization for cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Deaner Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $2,640. That places direct cremation roughly 11% above 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 Rocky Gap Veterans Cemetery in MD, about 22 miles from Deaner Funeral Homes. 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 Deaner Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,640. 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 Deaner Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Deaner Funeral Homes is located at 133 East Main St. in Stoystown, PA. You can reach the home at (814) 893-5706. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Deaner Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Deaner Funeral Homes provides traditional funeral, cremation, alternative funeral, pre-planning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Deaner Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Deaner Funeral Homes mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Deaner Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Russian Orthodox, Lutheran (ELCA), Brethren, United Church of Christ families, among others.
What sets Deaner Funeral Homes apart
- Over 200 years of continuous family funeral service
- Operated by a sixth-generation Funeral Director
- Multiple locations including a dedicated cremation center in Hooversville
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Russian Orthodox, Lutheran (ELCA), Brethren, United Church of Christ.
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.