Veteran services at Gebhart Funeral Homes
For veterans in Claymont, DE, Gebhart Funeral Homes coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include claymont chapel and the chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,150 for basic burial and $3,660 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veterans services, cremation, and burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include claymont chapel and the chapel.
Published pricing at Gebhart Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $3,660. That places direct cremation roughly 47% above the Delaware median ($2,497). 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 Finn's Point National Cemetery in NJ, about 4 miles from Gebhart Funeral Homes. 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 68 funeral homes in Delaware. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Gebhart Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,660. 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 Gebhart Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Gebhart Funeral Homes is located at 3401 Philadelphia Pike in Claymont, DE. You can reach the home at (302) 798-7726. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Gebhart Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Gebhart Funeral Homes provides pre-planning, grief support, veterans services, funeral service, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Gebhart Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Gebhart Funeral Homes mentions flag presentation, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Gebhart Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Episcopal, United Methodist, Lutheran, Christian (general) families, among others.
What sets Gebhart Funeral Homes apart
- Operates the oldest existing funeral establishment building in New Castle County, Delaware (original New Castle location, though services are now at Claymont).
- Claymont Chapel was originally a 1915 vacation home, converted to a funeral home in the 1950s and acquired by Gebhart in 1972.
- Offers a year of daily grief support messages via email.
- Provides comprehensive veteran services, including assistance with headstones and burial flags.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Episcopal, United Methodist, Lutheran, Christian (general).
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.