Veteran services at Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc.
Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. serves veteran families in Philadelphia, PA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $5,350 for basic burial and $2,620 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Published pricing at Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $2,620. That places direct cremation roughly 10% 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 16 miles from Wackerman 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 Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,620. 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 Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 8060 Verree Road in Philadelphia, PA. You can reach the home at (215) 342-5200. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. provides traditional funeral services, cremations, out-of-town arrangements, pre-arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran families, among others.
What sets Wackerman Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Operated by the Wackerman family for three generations, ensuring continuity and personal involvement in services.
- Offers detailed handicap accessibility, including a flat access way, carport parking, and specific guidance for entry.
- Participates in the SecurChoice™ program for pre-arrangements, providing financial security through irrevocable funeral trusts or insurance policies.
- Provides extensive local resources on their website, including lists of florists, restaurants, and lodging for visiting families.
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremations
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veteran services
- · Military Honors
- · Traditional funeral services
- · Cremations
- · Out-of-town arrangements
- · Pre-arrangements
- · Direct cremation
- · Green funeral
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran.
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.