Veteran services at West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home
West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home in Bala Cynwyd, PA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. On-site amenities include chapel of peace and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,835 for basic burial and $3,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cemetery property selection, cremation, green burial, jewish funeral & burial, veterans & first responder services, and in-ground cremation burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel of peace, outdoor sculpture garden, display gardens, rock garden, and telford garden niche benches.
Published pricing at West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,445. That places direct cremation roughly 45% 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 West Laurel Hill Cemetery & 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 1,623 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 West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,445. 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 West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home is located at 225 Belmont Ave. in Bala Cynwyd, PA. You can reach the home at (610) 668-9900. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home offer veteran families?
West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home provides funeral planning, pre-planning, cemetery property selection, funeral arrangements, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home 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 West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Jewish families, among others.
What sets West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home apart
- Operates within a 265-acre accredited arboretum and outdoor sculpture garden, featuring over 8,500 trees and shrubs.
- Offers green burial services and is Green Burial Council certified; Nature's Sanctuary is SITES Gold certified.
- Specializes in Jewish funeral and burial arrangements, including a dedicated three-acre section (Makom Shalom).
- Provides on-site crematory services, ensuring continuous care for loved ones.
- Offers pet services, including a dedicated pet cemetery.
- Historic setting with two cemeteries founded in 1836 (Laurel Hill East) and 1869 (Laurel Hill West).
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Green Burial
- · Jewish Funeral & Burial
- · Niche Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · In-Ground Cremation Burial
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Green Burial Council
- · Sustainable SITES Initiative
- · American Rhododendron Society
- · North American Rock Garden Society
- · Hardy Plant Society
- · Maple Society
- · Perennial Plant Association
- · Friends of Laurel Hill
Specialties
- · Green Burial
- · Jewish Funeral & Burial
- · Veterans & First Responder Services
- · Pet Services
- · Arboretum
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Jewish.
Branches of service mentioned
West Laurel Hill Cemetery & Funeral Home'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.