Veteran services at Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc
Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc in Saint Marys, PA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $5,995 for basic burial and $2,170 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial services, cremation services, and online memorial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $2,170. That places direct cremation roughly 9% 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 Bath National Cemetery in NY, about 89 miles from Lynch-Radkowski 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 Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,170. 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 Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc is located at 169 Center Street in Saint Marys, PA. You can reach the home at (814) 781-1410. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc provides funeral services, memorial services, cremation services, pre-planning, online memorial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Lynch-Radkowski 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 Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran (ELCA) families, among others.
What sets Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home Inc apart
- Locally owned and operated by the Radkowski family since 1976, serving Elk County.
- Operates two facilities: an established location on Center Street in St. Marys and a newer facility on Main Street in Kersey.
- Offers comprehensive digital resources including online memorials, tribute videos, and online flower ordering through local florists.
- Provides a year of weekly grief support messages to families.
- Emphasizes preplanning with an online form and detailed benefits, including flexible funding options.
- Claims to manage approximately half of all funerals in Elk County annually.
Military and veteran services listed
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- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran (ELCA). 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.