Veteran services at DuPree Funeral Home Inc
Veteran families in Philadelphia, PA can turn to DuPree Funeral Home Inc for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $5,000 for basic burial and $1,500 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veterans services, and online memorials. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at DuPree Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $1,500. That places direct cremation roughly 37% 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 Washington Crossing National Cemetery in PA, about 24 miles from DuPree 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 DuPree Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,500. 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 DuPree Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
DuPree Funeral Home Inc is located at 2809 West Diamond Street in Philadelphia, PA. You can reach the home at (215) 763-5126. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does DuPree Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
DuPree Funeral Home Inc provides traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does DuPree Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, DuPree Funeral Home Inc mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does DuPree Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist families, among others.
What sets DuPree Funeral Home Inc apart
- Family-established and operated since 1955 by Margaret and Troy Dupree, continuing with their son Kenneth C. DuPree.
- Operates from its original location, which underwent a complete renovation in 2003.
- Offers personalized services including custom online memorials, tribute videos, and facilitated flower ordering.
- Provides a year of free weekly grief support emails to families.
- Specializes in Veterans Services, assisting with benefits and appropriate ceremonies.
- Offers comprehensive preplanning options, including an online form, to ease family burdens and ensure wishes are honored.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist. 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.