Veteran services at Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services
Veteran families in Parkville, MD can turn to Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services for honors and benefit coordination. In their own words: "Evans Funeral Chapel provides comprehensive services for veterans and first responders. This includes full honor services, discounts for active duty members (25%), spouses (15%), parents (10%), and children under 18 (50%). Retired first responders receive a 20% discount. For deaths occurring in the line of duty, all services and merchandise are provided at no cost. Pre-planning benefits include discounts for those in the line of duty, with reimbursement of pre-paid funds if death occurs in the line of duty. They also assist families with establishing veteran eligibility for military funeral honors, obtaining government headstones or markers, and securing burial flags." On-site amenities include formal chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,575 for basic burial and $2,575 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Its Google profile shows a 4.6-star average over 84 reviews.
Veteran-related services offered include traditional burial, cremation, veterans benefits, military funeral honors, full honor services, and online memorials. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include formal chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services: direct cremation from $4,200. That places direct cremation roughly 83% above the Maryland median ($2,300). 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 Baltimore National Cemetery in MD, approximately 12 miles from Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services. Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services holds a 4.6-star rating from 84 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Maryland has approximately 313 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,200. 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 Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services is located at 8800 Harford Rd. in Parkville, MD. You can reach the home at (410) 665-9444. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services provides obituary listings, obituary writing, planning ahead, lunch & learn events, have the talk of a lifetime program, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Evans Funeral Chapel provides comprehensive services for veterans and first responders. This includes full honor services, discounts for active duty members (25%), spouses (15%), parents (10%), and children under 18 (50%). Retired first responders receive a 20% discount. For deaths occurring in the line of duty, all services and merchandise are provided at no cost. Pre-planning benefits include discounts for those in the line of duty, with reimbursement of pre-paid funds if death occurs in the line of duty. They also assist families with establishing veteran eligibility for military funeral honors, obtaining government headstones or markers, and securing burial flags.
Which faith traditions does Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Methodist, Christian (Protestant/Non-denominational) families, among others.
How do families rate Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services?
Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services holds a 4.6-star rating across 84 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services apart
- Fourth-generation family-owned business established in 1865.
- Operates the only funeral home in Harford County with its own crematory (Forest Hill location), with another planned for White Marsh.
- Offers a "virtual selection room" for making funeral arrangements.
- Provides specialized "In the Line of Duty" program for first responders and military personnel, including no-cost services for line-of-duty deaths and various discounts.
- Features Frosty Evans as the Chief Barking Officer, offering comfort to families.
- Offers a "Family Shield Credit" program.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specializations
- · Veterans Services
- · First Responders Services
- · Pre-Planning
- · Grief Counseling
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Methodist, Christian (Protestant/Non-denominational).
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“From the moment we walked in, we were met with kindness, patience, and genuine compassion. Taylor Evans, in particular, is truly exceptional. Taylor treated our entire family with such care, dignity, and respect. Nothing ever felt rushed, and every question or concern was met with understanding and grace. You can tell this isn’t just a job for Taylor, it’s a calling. I would wholeheartedly recommend Evan’s Funeral Home to anyone in need of services, you will be cared for with empathy, respect, and genuine humanity”
“The services Evans provided were way beyond expectations. When some family members wanted to view my father before his cremation, I thought it was an unnecessary expense, but I am so glad we did that. Evans did such a fine job, I thought Dad was going sit up and talk to us. This allowed us to remember Dad as he was before his final decline. The displays of picture montages were incredible. Evans did an AMAZING job.”
“My family has been loyal to Evans for many years. Our most recent loss was made more difficult due to an unprofessional and unsympathetic interaction with Taylor Evans. Our family member that consulted with Ms. Evans was asking for clarification of services and was met with multiple derogatory remarks. This interaction complicated and added unnecessary stress to an already grieving person/family. On Evan's website they promise warmth and compassion in a professional atmosphere. Also, gentle guidance and support is promised. If you are promising this to grieving customers you should deliver, otherwise please choose another profession. True compassion is authentic. You can't give what you don't have.”
“From start to finish Evan’s group have been exceptional. The staff accommodated to our wishes and beliefs. They even went out of their way to assist in our Buddhist ceremony. I felt supported the whole time”
“My family's experience with Evans Funeral Chapel was beautiful the staff was so kind and the day of the room was perfect it was like they personally knew my father. Every detail was more then what we expected and I know that my father would have been proud. Even after every one has reached out making sure my family was okay.”
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.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow 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.