Funeral home in Glen Rock, PA
Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services
53 Main Street, Glen Rock, PA 17327
About Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services
- Claimed as the oldest locally owned, family-operated funeral home in the York County area, established in 1880.
- Features an on-site Event Center for post-service meals, simplifying arrangements for families.
- Robert Predicce, the owner, was personally motivated to enter funeral service after experiencing a profound family loss.
- Glenn E. Geiple, the fourth-generation owner, remains associated with the funeral home after selling the business, maintaining a connection to its long family history.
- Offers a year of weekly grief support messages to families.
- Licensed to serve families in both Pennsylvania and Maryland.
History
- 1880George W. Geiple began the family business of manufacturing and selling furniture in Glen Rock, PA.
- 1881G.W. made his first recorded sale of a coffin or casket and became interested in the undertaking business.
- 1892In August, G.W. attended and graduated from Clarke's School of Embalming in Baltimore.
- 1911Harry C. Geiple graduated from Eckels College of Embalming in Philadelphia, after attending Clarke's School of Embalming in Harrisburg.
- 1942On January 12, George Eugene Geiple received his Pennsylvania Funeral Director License.
- 1975On August 30, Glenn E. Geiple graduated from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Services.
- 1979Following Harry's death, the business was incorporated and became Geiple Funeral Home, Inc.
- 1985Geiple developed a working relationship with John D. Jackson of the Jackson Funeral Home, Inc.
Staff
- Robert PredicceOwner / Supervisor
- Tom PayneFuneral Director
- Glenn E. Geiple
- Mark ZickMaintenance / Funeral Assistant
- Lamar GlatfelterFuneral Assistant
- L. James Merrick
- Nevin Greenplate
- David Albright
Prices
Direct cremation at Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services is $545 above the Pennsylvania median of $2,350 (884 Pennsylvania homes with a price).
Basic burial at Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services is $2,450 above the Pennsylvania median of $5,150 (203 Pennsylvania homes with a price).
Services
- Cremation
- Traditional funeral
- Burial
- Graveside service
- Pre-planning
- Grief support
Not listed: Direct cremation, Memorial service, Green burial, Veterans services and Shipping and out-of-town transfers. Ask if you need one.
Also offered
- Event center
- Immediate need
- Personalization
- Donations
- Visitation
- Reception
- Committal service
Facilities
- Event center
- Chapel
- Visitation rooms
- Coffee lounge
- Reception facilities
- Faith traditions
- Catholic, United Church of Christ, Evangelical (Non-Denominational), Lutheran, Methodist and Christian Missionary Alliance
- Languages
- English
From Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services' website
How long am I going to feel this way?
Every person is different, and so is their grief. Each person will follow a different path toward healing. Although there is no right or wrong amount of time to complete the grieving process, many experts agree that it is not unusual to take at least a year to move through the grieving process.
How do you explain the death of a loved one to a child?
The age and emotional development of a child will influence the way they experience grief.
What steps are involved in prearranging a funeral?
The first step would be to write down your wishes. Indicate if you would prefer burial or cremation. Write down your ideas for the service you would like, cemetery choice, etc. If you've made those choices, or even if you're unsure, schedule a time to meet with one of our funeral directors who can explain the different service options, merchandise choices, as well as the different ways to pay for the funeral.
What information do I need to prearrange a funeral?
You'll need basic information about yourself or the person you are planning for, such as date of birth, marital status, parent's full names, etc. Besides the biological information, you'll need to choose burial or cremation, what type of service you'd like, what cemetery to use, etc. Our caring staff will help you with this process.
Do I have to pay in advance?
Preplanning is merely making your wishes known; however, most families who do this choose to pre-fund their funeral as well. Doing so will relieve the financial burden on your family and offers peace of mind to you.
Can I transfer my plans to or from another funeral home?
If you have plans at another funeral home and would like to move them here, we will help you do that. If you move from the area and would like to transfer your arrangements to another funeral home, we will assist you with that as well.
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- Hartenstein Funeral & Cremation Care, Inc.Direct cremation $3,345
- Austin H Eberly Funeral Home Inc
- Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc.
- John W. Keffer Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc.Direct cremation $1,290
- Austin H. Eberly Funeral HomeDirect cremation $2,430
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Common questions
How much is direct cremation at Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services?
Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services lists direct cremation at $2,895, $545 above the Pennsylvania median of $2,350 across 884 Pennsylvania homes.
Does Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services offer cremation?
Yes. Cremation is on Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services' service list.
What funeral homes are near Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services?
Hartenstein Funeral & Cremation Care, Inc. (direct cremation $3,345), Austin H Eberly Funeral Home Inc and Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc..