Veteran services at Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa
Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa serves veteran families in Beaver Falls, PA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and government headstones. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,755 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, burial, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa: direct cremation from $1,595. That places direct cremation roughly 33% 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 National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in PA, about 34 miles from Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa. 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 Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,595. 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 Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa is located at 117 Blackhawk Rd. in Beaver Falls, PA. You can reach the home at (724) 846-4500. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa offer veteran families?
Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa provides funeral service, memorial service, burial, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Methodist, Christian, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Gabauer-Lutton, Chippewa apart
- Family-owned and operated across three locations in Beaver County, Pennsylvania.
- Owns and operates an onsite crematory with certified staff, ensuring continuous care for the deceased.
- Over a century of service to families in Beaver County and surrounding communities.
- Offers pre-arrangement discounts for pre-paid funeral services.
- Staff includes the current Beaver County Coroner, David J. Gabauer.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
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Cremation
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Methodist, Christian, Catholic.
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.