Veteran services at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home in Weirton, WV supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,615 for basic burial and $3,690 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, traditional burial, veteran services, memorial services, graveside ceremony, and pet cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,690. That places direct cremation roughly 59% above the West Virginia median ($2,325). 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 24 miles from Greco-Hertnick 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 299 funeral homes in West Virginia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,690. 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 Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home is located at 3219 Main Street in Weirton, WV. You can reach the home at (304) 748-3219. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home provides cremation, traditional burial, pre-planning, veteran services, obituary services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Catholic, Greek Orthodox families, among others.
What sets Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home apart
- Weirton’s only locally owned funeral home with an onsite crematory, ensuring continuous care for the deceased.
- Offers Marleigh, a specially trained therapy animal, available to families and for community visits.
- Provides extensive personalized tribute options, including dove releases, heirloom displays, keepsake jewelry, and bagpiper services.
- Three generations of family ownership and operation since 1922.
- Staff includes funeral directors with dual licenses in West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
- Deep community involvement by staff members in local organizations and churches.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
- · Graveside Ceremony
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Pet Cremation
- · Keepsake Urns
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Only Locally Owned Funeral Home in Weirton
- · On-site Crematory
- · Therapy Animal (Marleigh)
- · Veteran Services
- · Personalized Tributes
- · Earth-Friendly Cremation Options
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Catholic, Greek Orthodox. 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.