Veteran services at Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home
Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home in Philadelphia, PA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $5,670 for basic burial and $1,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Published pricing at Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,195. That places direct cremation roughly 50% 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 21 miles from Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home. 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 Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,195. 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 Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home is located at 6653 - 75 Chew Avenue in Philadelphia, PA. You can reach the home at (215) 438-6747. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home provides viewing, funeral service, pre-arrangements, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Emmanuel Johnson Funeral Home apart
- First funeral home in Philadelphia to use white funeral cars (since 1976).
- Over 70 years of continuous family-operated service in Philadelphia.
Military and veteran services listed
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Baptist.
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.