Veteran services at Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc
Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc serves veteran families in Mount Pleasant, PA with military funeral planning. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. On-site amenities include lighted parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,790 for basic burial and $1,655 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 5.0 stars from 8 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, traditional burial service, traditional same day burial service, direct burial services, and full service cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $1,655. That places direct cremation roughly 30% 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 Galone-Caruso 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 Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,655. 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 Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc is located at 204 Eagle Street in Mount Pleasant, PA. You can reach the home at (724) 547-2410. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc provides burial services, cremation services, pre-planning options, traditional burial service, traditional same day burial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths and Denominations, Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, Methodist families, among others.
How do families rate Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc?
Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc holds a 5.0-star rating across 8 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc apart
- Annual "Remembrance at Christmas" Memorial Service for families to honor loved ones.
- Specialization in serving specific groups including local Firemen, Policemen, PA State Police, Veterans, and Motorcycle Riding Friends.
- Long-standing independent, family-owned and operated funeral home with over 80 years of continuous service.
- Facility includes a dedicated Meditation/Sitting Room for quiet reflection.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Traditional Burial Service
- · Traditional Same Day Burial Service
- · Direct Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Full Service Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association
- · Westmoreland, Indiana and Armstrong Counties Funeral Directors Association
- · Mount Pleasant Rotary Club
Specialties
- · Serving All Faiths and Denominations
- · Knowledge of Various Rites and Religious Ceremonies
- · Knowledge of Local and Ethnic Customs
- · Serving Firemen
- · Serving Policemen
- · Serving PA State Police
- · Serving Veterans
- · Serving Motorcycle Riding Friends
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths and Denominations, Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, Methodist. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Galone-Caruso Funeral Home Inc, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“Compassionate, comforting, friendly. This funeral home did a great job and were very professional”
“This is the best funeral home ever. They follow all requests and they make this very difficult processing the death of a loved as gentle and smooth as possible. They are very caring.”
“Scott; Chris and the entire staff are so kind and compassionate. This year was one of the toughest times that we had but they helped us through it all.”
“Very professional, caring, compassionate staff.... Chris is the best !”
“Scott is the best”
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.