Veteran services at The Meyers Family Funeral Homes
The Meyers Family Funeral Homes in Philadelphia, PA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $999 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorial service, graveside service, and urn burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at The Meyers Family Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $2,495. That places direct cremation roughly 5% 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 27 miles from The Meyers Family Funeral Homes. 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 The Meyers Family Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,495. 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 The Meyers Family Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
The Meyers Family Funeral Homes is located at 6645 Torresdale Ave. in Philadelphia, PA. You can reach the home at (215) 338-3799. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does The Meyers Family Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
The Meyers Family Funeral Homes provides cremation, traditional funeral, memorial service, graveside service, urn placement, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does The Meyers Family Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
The Meyers Family Funeral Homes 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 The Meyers Family Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets The Meyers Family Funeral Homes apart
- Multi-generational family ownership and operation since 1946, with multiple family members serving as licensed funeral directors.
- Extensive network of five funeral homes across the Delaware Valley (Philadelphia, Jenkintown, Trooper, Bridgeport, and Bensalem).
- Proprietary 'Family Shield Credit' funeral financing program offering budget-friendly payment options and quick approval.
- Deep community involvement of staff members in local civic and religious organizations, including the Knights of Columbus, American Legion, and Rotary Club.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Urn Placement
- · Urn Burial
- · Ash Scattering
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · St. Leo’s Knights of Columbus Council #1294
- · St. John Neumann Assembly
- · William D. Oxley American Legion Post #133
- · Immaculate Conception BVM Church
- · Visitation BVM RC Church
- · Knights of Columbus 7565
- · Rotary Club of Norristown
- · Commercial Club
Specialties
- · Funeral Financing
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
Branches of service mentioned
The Meyers Family Funeral Homes's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.