Veteran services at Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc
Veteran families in Altoona, PA can turn to Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,195 for basic burial and $2,770 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.2 stars from 6 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veterans services, memorial service, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $2,770. That places direct cremation roughly 17% above 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 Rocky Gap Veterans Cemetery in MD, about 58 miles from Mauk & Yates 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 Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,770. 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 Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc is located at 719 North 4Th Avenue in Altoona, PA. You can reach the home at (814) 942-4555. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, All Faiths families, among others.
How do families rate Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc?
Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc holds a 4.2-star rating across 6 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc apart
- Over 100 years of continuous operation in Altoona, Pennsylvania, establishing a long-standing presence in Blair County.
- Veteran-owned and family-operated business.
- Offers Medicaid qualified pre-need plans for advance funeral planning.
- Provides 24/7 availability for immediate assistance to families.
- Features an on-site chapel and dedicated parking facilities.
- Offers a range of cremation options, including traditional services followed by cremation, memorial services, and various permanent memorialization choices.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran Owned
- · Family Operated
- · Medicaid Qualified Pre-Need Plan
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, All Faiths.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“I have been here for a few funeral services. I can honestly say the people are truly genuine. The way they handle everything from start to finish is very professional and courteous. I will uae their services for my family more in the future. Thank you to all who made our coming their be an experience that was so helpful and kind.”
“Super helpful, sensitive and responsive at a very difficult time.”
“It was such a pleasure to meet with you, thanks again”
“Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc”
“Easy to find. Professional staff.”
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.