Veteran services at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services
Veteran families in Monaca, PA can turn to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $4,695 for basic burial and $2,090 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services: direct cremation from $2,090. That places direct cremation roughly 12% below 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 National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in PA, about 27 miles from Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services. 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 Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,090. 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 Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services is located at 1119 Washington Avenue in Monaca, PA. You can reach the home at (724) 728-4000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services provides funerals, cremation, burial, planning, personalization, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Methodist, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services apart
- Area's only Cremation with Confidence™ provider
- Consistently voted "Best in the Valley" for multiple years
- Offers a dedicated Hospitality House for receptions and gatherings
- Provides an online funeral estimator for transparent pricing inquiries
- Features extensive facility renovations including Swarovski crystal chandeliers and valet parking
- Hospice Caregiver Award Program recognizing local caregivers
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Cremation With Confidence Provider
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Methodist, Baptist, Reformed, Evangelical Free. 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.