Veteran services at George G. Bensing Funeral Home
George G. Bensing Funeral Home serves veteran families in Bath, PA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, memorial services, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Washington Crossing National Cemetery in PA, about 43 miles from George G. Bensing Funeral Home. 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
Does George G. Bensing Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
George G. Bensing Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (610) 759-3901 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is George G. Bensing Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
George G. Bensing Funeral Home is located at 2165 Community Dr. in Bath, PA. You can reach the home at (610) 759-3901. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does George G. Bensing Funeral Home offer veteran families?
George G. Bensing Funeral Home provides burial services, cremation services, memorial services, personalization, traditional funeral services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does George G. Bensing Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, George G. Bensing Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does George G. Bensing Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Catholic, Wesleyan, Assembly of God families, among others.
What sets George G. Bensing Funeral Home apart
- Over 120 years and six generations of continuous family service in Bath, PA.
- Dedicated Preplanning Specialist to assist with advance funeral arrangements and asset protection.
- Aftercare Specialist providing ongoing grief support via text and email.
- Extensive community involvement and affiliations through owner John H. Simons, including Masonic lodges and local civic clubs.
- Specialization in Medicaid Spend Down Information and Social Security Benefits guidance.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association
- · Salem United Church of Christ in Moorestown
- · 32nd Degree Mason
- · Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite – Valley of Allentown
- · Bethlehem Masonic Lodge #283
- · Bethlehem Forest #61 Tall Cedars of Lebanon
- · Rajah Shrine
Specialties
- · Medicaid Spend Down Information
- · Social Security Benefits
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Catholic, Wesleyan, Assembly of God, Evangelical Lutheran. Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.