Veteran services at R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc.
R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. serves veteran families in Cedars, PA with military funeral planning. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,605 for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, graveside services, memorial services, and cremation services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $3,920. That places direct cremation roughly 65% 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 Washington Crossing National Cemetery in PA, about 25 miles from R.L. Williams Jr. 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 R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,920. 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 R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 3440 West Skippack Pke. in Cedars, PA. You can reach the home at (610) 584-6611. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. provides viewing, visitation, burial services, graveside services, private family gatherings, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. 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 R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Schwenkfelder, All faiths and cultures (general inclusivity) families, among others.
What sets R.L. Williams Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Locally-owned and operated family business with a deep connection to the community.
- Emphasis on service and care over merchandise, aiming for a positive experience with staff and facilities.
- Experienced, licensed funeral directors specialized in helping families of every faith, culture, and origin.
- Offers onsite streaming services and video recording for friends and family unable to attend in person.
- Operates two chapel locations: the Skippack chapel and the Franconia Chapel (Williams-Bergey-Koffel Funeral Home).
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Montgomery County Higher Education and Health Authority
- · Warren Lodge #310 F. & A. M. in Collegeville
- · Salvation Army Unit
- · Montgomery County Funeral Directors Association
- · Lehigh Consistory (32nd degree Mason)
- · Rajah Temple Shrine
- · Antique Automobile Club of America
- · Pioneer Automobile Club
Specialties
- · Serving Families of Every Faith, Culture, and Origin
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Schwenkfelder, All faiths and cultures (general inclusivity).
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.