Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc.

Veteran services at Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc.

Veteran families in Bangor, PA can turn to Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include reception space available, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,660 for basic burial and $2,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial services, graveside services, and cremation services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Published pricing at Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc.: direct cremation from $2,995. That places direct cremation roughly 26% 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 Washington Crossing National Cemetery in PA, about 45 miles from Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services 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 sets Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. apart

• Multi-generational family ownership and operation by the Gaffney and Parsons families across three distinct locations.
• Extensive historical roots, with one location continuously operating as an undertaking business since 1870.
• Emphasis on personalized funeral and cremation services, offering unique options for tributes like custom caskets, urns, and military honors.
• Provision of comprehensive grief support resources through the "Griefwords Online Library" and guidance from their licensed funeral directors.
• Strong local community engagement and affiliations with various civic and religious organizations.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Catholic, Non-denominational Christian.

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.