Veteran services at McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC
McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC in Houston, PA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel and additional parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,804 for basic burial and $2,540 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.9 stars across 10 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veterans services, cremation services, direct cremation, and burial services. 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 National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in PA, about 6 miles from McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC has a 4.9-star rating from 10 Google reviews.
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 McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC publish funeral prices?
McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (724) 745-2350 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC is located at 27 Cherry Avenue in Houston, PA. You can reach the home at (724) 745-2350. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC offer veteran families?
McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC provides pre-arrangements, veterans services, grief support programs, social security benefits assistance, traditional funeral services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Presbyterian, Non-denominational Christian (South Hills Bible Chapel), Assemblies of God families, among others.
How do families rate McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC?
McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC holds a 4.9-star rating across 10 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC apart
- Over 100 years of continuous family ownership and operation, spanning multiple generations.
- On-site crematory, allowing for all cremation services to be completed without the deceased leaving their care.
- Active involvement of the owner, Robert K. McIlvaine, and his daughter, Sara K. McIlvaine, in daily operations and community activities like the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America.
- Provision of an ambulance service in the early 1970s, demonstrating a historical commitment to community emergency needs.
- Extensive support for veterans, including assistance with headstones, burial flags, and benefits.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Veterans Headstones
- · Veterans Burial Flags
- · Grief Support Programs
- · Pre-Planning
- · Social Security Benefits Assistance
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Presbyterian, Non-denominational Christian (South Hills Bible Chapel), Assemblies of God. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd./Community Cremations LLC, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“They go far above and beyond especially in: Compassion, quality, & exceptional value for the price. By far their services set the bar high by comparison to other funeral homes. I highly recommend them.”
“McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home helped our family in so many ways during a very difficult time of our lives, They were caring, thoughtful and guided us through the whole process. They treated us like family and that our loved one was one of theirs as well. I can’t thank Rob and Sara enough for their kindness.”
“McIlvaine funeral home has handled the passing of 3 of my children & my mother. They get 5 🌟 s. Because we was treated like we was family. On one occasion. They made sure I got a copy of everything such as photos etc. Because of a split up between parents. They will make sure your loved one is treated with the utmost respect. Highly recommended.”
“I can’t thank Sara, Rob and staff enough. They were very helpful with the whole process during the unexpected passing of my amazing father. I highly recommend using Mcilvaine-Speakman.”
“McIlvaine-Speakman was very attentive and understanding of our wishes. The whole staff was very courteous.”
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.