Pennsylvania Funeral
Directors Association
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Social Security BenefitsWhen a death occurs, there is a one-time death benefit payable to the surviving spouse from the Social Security Administration Department. The amount of $255.00 is paid providing the deceased has worked and contributed to the Social Security system for a minimum of four consecutive years. The deceased must also have a surviving spouse or dependent child living at the same residence. The surviving spouse is eligible to collect the larger of the couple's two monthly social security checks and the lesser check will be discontinued. Social Security Administration:Survivors Benefits Disabilities Benefits Arlington National Cemetery Medicare Burial and VA Cemeteries To Obtain a Death CertificateA death certificate for a current death is obtained through a local registrar and is only available from the funeral home at the time of death. Death certificates that are needed after the funeral may be obtained directly from the Pennsylvania Department of Health. All details are available on the following web site: Vital Chek Order Death and Birth Certificates for ANY State Federal Benefits for Veterans & DependantsA copy of the Veteran's honorable discharge paper and a copy of the government form DD-214 (honorable discharge document) along with a certified copy of the death certificate is required to complete all forms for government benefits. Benefits: • American flag will be presented to the family at the completion of the service • Military Honor Guard will fold and present the flag at the cemetery • A monetary benefit is available from the county of the Veteran's residence in Pennsylvania if the Veteran or their spouse meets the county residency requirements. • Cemetery monument or marker • Ten free certified copies of the death certificate if the death occurs in Pennsylvania • Veterans who pass away during military service or military service related injuries may qualify for additional benefits
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