Veteran services at James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc.
James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. serves veteran families in Levittown, PA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $7,100 for basic burial and $3,735 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation memorials, veterans funerals, cremation services, and cemetery memorialization. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Washington Crossing National Cemetery in PA, about 8 miles from James J. Dougherty 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
Does James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. publish funeral prices?
James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (215) 943-7240 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 2200 Trenton Road in Levittown, PA. You can reach the home at (215) 943-7240. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. provides traditional funerals, cremation memorials, celebrations of life, veterans funerals, funeral planning in advance, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Protestant (Presbyterian, United Christian, Baptist, Methodist) families, among others.
What sets James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Offers a "custody of care guaranteed" program for cremations, ensuring identification safeguarding.
- All crematory operators are licensed and certified by the Cremation Association of North America (CANA).
- Provides specialized veteran services, including assistance with government benefits and special pricing.
- Part of the Dignity Memorial network, offering a 100% service guarantee.
- Features flexible chapel space and personalized service options, including a funeral celebrant.
- Offers financial assistance through CareCredit for funeral, cremation, and burial expenses.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Scattering Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Cremation Services
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Protestant (Presbyterian, United Christian, Baptist, Methodist). Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, French.
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.