Veteran services at Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home
For veterans in Philadelphia, PA, Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. 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 $5,670 for basic burial and $3,945 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Washington Crossing National Cemetery in PA, about 27 miles from Mitchum-Wilson 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 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 Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (215) 463-8140 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home is located at 1410 South 20Th Street in Philadelphia, PA. You can reach the home at (215) 463-8140. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home provides personalization, burial services, cremation services, veteran services, pet services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Roman Catholic, Jehovah's Witnesses families, among others.
What sets Mitchum-Wilson Funeral Home apart
- Roadmaster Motorcycle Hearse for unique funeral processions
- Emphasis on creating memorable remembrance experiences and celebrations of life
- Comprehensive pre-planning services with flexible funding options
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Roadmaster Motorcycle Hearse
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Roman Catholic, Jehovah's Witnesses.
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.