Funeral home in Littlestown, PA
Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
34 Maple Avenue, Littlestown, PA 17340
About Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Over 106 years of continuous operation, established in 1918.
- Four generations of family involvement prior to the 2024 ownership transition, with new owners committed to continuing the established tradition.
- Comprehensive online resources for families, including grief support, lodging/dining/catering information, and funeral etiquette guidance.
- Specialization in Veterans Services, offering assistance with headstones and burial flags.
- Facilities designed for both large gatherings and private moments, featuring an "Open Great Room" and "Private Areas."
- Specific merchandise offerings, including Trigard brand vaults and caskets from Matthew International.
History
- 1918John Wesley Little, founder, began "J. W. Little & Son" on 110 North Queen Street in Littlestown, Pennsylvania.
- 1928Richard Alexander, son of the founder, graduated from Eckels College of Embalming & Science in Philadelphia.
- 1939The Funeral Home moved to its present location at 34 Maple Avenue.
- 1974Richard, Jr. & Shirley (Hawk) Little became co-owners.
- 1988Dick, Sr. continued serving the community until November at age 81.
- 1998Lee Ann, fourth generation, became owner, along with husband, John D. Study.
- 2024Joe and Dawn purchased the funeral home from John and Lee Ann on November 4.
Staff
- Joseph V. YinglingSupervisor
Prices
Direct cremation at Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. is $225 above the Pennsylvania median of $2,350 (884 Pennsylvania homes with a price).
Basic burial at Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. is $150 below the Pennsylvania median of $5,150 (203 Pennsylvania homes with a price).
Services
- Cremation
- Traditional funeral
- Burial
- Graveside service
- Memorial service
- Veterans services
- Grief support
Not listed: Direct cremation, Green burial, Pre-planning and Shipping and out-of-town transfers. Ask if you need one.
Also offered
- Viewings
- Pre-arrangements
- Merchandise
- Floral tributes
- Making arrangements
Facilities
- Open great room
- Private gathering areas
- Merchandise showroom
- Parking lot
- Faith traditions
- Baptist, Lutheran, Assembly of God, United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Catholic and Evangelical
- Languages
- English
Hours
From Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.'s website
If a friend or loved one has just died or if death is expected sometime soon,what is the first thing I should do?
Call us at Littles Funeral Home (717) 359-4224 to arrange for transportation of the deceased to our funeral home. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Do you take care of transportation if the deceased is located out of town?
Yes, we will take care of all arrangements for you.
What do funeral directors do?
All our funeral directors are licensed professionals, educated and trained in the mortuary field. Our funeral directors will: Transportation of the deceased to the Little's Funeral Home Counsel clients (available 24 hours a day, 7 days a wk) Consult with family and clergy Assistance with all necessary phases of arrangements Arrange the funeral plans Help notify friends and family Secure and filing necessary notices, authorizations, consents, certificates and permits Coordinating with those providing other portions of the funeral (ie cemetery, crematory and others) Provide by sale caskets and other merchandise needed Use of facilities and funeral directors services for viewing, visitation or wake, funeral, memorial or graveside services Preparation of the Body Arrangements and Preparations for Burial and Cremation Burial Services Cremation Services Transportation of the deceased to their final resting place
How do I donate my body to Science?
An anatomical gift can be given either through the donation of organs, tissue, and corneas for transplant or as a whole-body donation for science. Donation for transplant and whole-body donation for science are different and handled through two unrelated organizations. Both options should involve a donor card. To donate organs, tissues, and corneas, contact a CORE representative at 800-DONORS7. To donate the entire body to science, contact the Humanity Gifts Registry at215-922-4440.
Do you handle pet cremations?
No. Contact your veterinarian.
Can we use a casket purchased from someone else?
Yes and we also provide a variety of caskets of all styles and price ranges at our facility for your convenience.
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Common questions
How much is direct cremation at Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.?
Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. lists direct cremation at $2,575, $225 above the Pennsylvania median of $2,350 across 884 Pennsylvania homes.
Does Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. offer cremation?
Yes. Cremation is on Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.'s service list.
What are Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.'s hours?
Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. lists these hours: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year: 24/7.
What funeral homes are near Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.?
Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc., Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. (direct cremation $550) and Kenworthy Funeral Home & Crematory Inc..