Veteran services at Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home
Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home serves veteran families in Alliance, OH with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,060 for basic burial and $2,390 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, veteran services, memorial websites, and green burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel and columbarium.
Published pricing at Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,390. That places direct cremation roughly 17% above the Ohio median ($2,050). 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 Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in OH, about 37 miles from Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke 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 1,266 funeral homes in Ohio. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,390. 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 Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home is located at 1000 South Union Avenue in Alliance, OH. You can reach the home at (330) 823-2159. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home provides funeral services, burial services, cremation services, veteran services, personalized services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Assemblies of God, United Methodist families, among others.
What sets Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home apart
- Established in 1841, it is the oldest continuously operating establishment of its kind in Ohio.
- Received national recognition, including the NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Award and induction into the NFDA Hall of Excellence.
- Offers on-site cremation services with a dedicated facility.
- Provides comprehensive veteran's services, assisting with benefits and military honors.
- Features extensive pre-planning options, including an online form for detailed arrangements.
- Offers diverse personalization options for services, from themed celebrations to unique disposition choices like green burial.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Ground Interment
- · Green Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Ohio Funeral Directors Association
- · Ohio Embalmers Association
- · Alliance Area Chamber of Commerce
- · Alliance Historical Society
- · Mabel Hartzell Historical House
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Personalized Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Assemblies of God, United Methodist. 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.