Veteran services at Mullenbach Funeral Home
Mullenbach Funeral Home, located in Follansbee, WV, assists those who served and their families. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists $4,495 for basic burial and $1,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veteran services, burial, cremation, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Mullenbach Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,995. That places direct cremation roughly 14% below the West Virginia median ($2,325). 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 National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in PA, about 23 miles from Mullenbach 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 299 funeral homes in West Virginia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Mullenbach Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,995. 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 Mullenbach Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Mullenbach Funeral Home is located at 669 Main St. in Follansbee, WV. You can reach the home at (304) 527-4040. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Mullenbach Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Mullenbach Funeral Home provides personalized services, veteran services, visitation, funeral service, reception, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Mullenbach Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Mullenbach Funeral Home assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Mullenbach Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Methodist, Christian, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Mullenbach Funeral Home apart
- Owner Joseph M. Mullenbach's over 30 years of experience in the funeral service industry in Brooke County.
- Joseph M. Mullenbach's active community involvement, including serving on the Brooke Hills Park Board, Lions Club, Kiwanis Club, Wellsburg Chamber of Commerce Board, St. John's Church Finance Council, Municipal Mutual Insurance Company Board of Directors, and both Franklin and Brooke Cemetery Boards.
- Co-owner Susan B. Mullenbach's background in logistics systems and customer care, providing behind-the-scenes support and community engagement.
- Cody R. Rice's dual role as a Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer and volunteer EMT with the Franklin Community Volunteer Fire Department.
- Wallajane "Susie" Mullenbach's (Joseph's mother) extensive experience as a former Director of Nursing at Brightwood Nursing Home for over 20 years, now serving as a funeral attendant.
- Awarded Business of the Year by the Follansbee Chamber of Commerce in 2014.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Committal Service
- · Ground Interment
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Ash Return to Family
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Methodist, Christian, Baptist. 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.