Funeral home in Irwin, PA
William Snyder Funeral Home
521 Main Street, Irwin, PA 15642
About William Snyder Funeral Home
- Two distinct locations in Irwin and East McKeesport, offering expanded service area.
- 24/7 direct staff availability by phone, avoiding automated answering services for immediate assistance.
- Comprehensive online grief support resources, including interactive videos and daily email affirmations, featuring Executive Counseling Director Dr. Virginia Simpson.
- Multi-generational family history in funeral service, dating back to 1884, with the business established in 1869.
- Specialized veteran services, including assistance with benefits, military honors, Presidential Memorial Certificates, and memorial markers.
History
- 1903Founded by William Snyder.
- 1920William Snyder, Jr. joined the firm.
- 1946Robert L. Snyder joined the firm.
- 1970Robert L. Snyder, Jr. joined the firm.
- 1978Thomas M. Snyder joined the firm.
- 1992Michael A. Snyder joined the firm.
- 2000Daniel J. Snyder joined the firm.
- 2006David J. Snyder joined the firm.
Staff
- Dr. Virginia SimpsonExecutive Counseling Director
Prices
Direct cremation at William Snyder Funeral Home is $85 below the Pennsylvania median of $2,350 (884 Pennsylvania homes with a price).
Basic burial at William Snyder Funeral Home is $255 above the Pennsylvania median of $5,150 (203 Pennsylvania homes with a price).
Services
- Cremation
- Traditional funeral
- Pre-planning
- Grief support
Not listed: Direct cremation, Burial, Graveside service, Memorial service, Green burial, Veterans services and Shipping and out-of-town transfers. Ask if you need one.
Facilities
- Spacious viewing rooms
- Comfortable lounge area
- Handicap accessible
- Large parking area
- Children's room
- Arrangement office
- Faith traditions
- Catholic, Lutheran, Nazarene, Methodist, Presbyterian, Baptist, United Church of Christ, Assembly of God and Christian (Non-denominational/Protestant)
- Languages
- The funeral home's website features a Google Translate widget, offering translation into numerous languages for website content. This indicates an effort to be accessible to diverse linguistic backgrounds, though it does not confirm staff fluency in these languages.
Hours
From William Snyder Funeral Home's website
What should I do if the death occurs in the middle of the night or on the weekend?
We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All you need to do is place a call to us at (724) 863-1200. If you request immediate assistance, one of our professionals will be there within the hour.
What is a funeral?
The funeral is a ceremony of proven worth and value for those who mourn. It provides an opportunity for the survivors and others who share in the loss to express their love, respect and grief. It permits facing openly and realistically the crisis that death may present. Through the funeral, the bereaved take that first step towards emotional adjustment to their loss.
What type of service should I have?
Only you can answer that question. The type of service conducted for the deceased, if not noted in a pre-plan, is decided by the family. The service is usually held at a place of worship or at the funeral home. The service may vary in ritual according to religious denomination or the wishes of the family.
Can I personalize my funeral service?
Absolutely, in fact, we recommend it. After all, the funeral is a celebration of life. Funeral directors are happy to discuss all options and ensure your funeral is tailored to your wishes. It may be personalized in many unique ways.
Why should we have a public viewing?
There are many reasons to view the deceased. It is part of many cultural and ethnic traditions, and many grief specialists believe that viewing aids the grief process, by helping the bereaved recognize the reality of death. Viewing is even encouraged for children, as long as it is their desire to do so, and the process is explained well.
What is the purpose of embalming?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, retards the decomposition process, and enhances the appearance of a body disfigured by traumatic death or illness.
Nearby funeral homes
- James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Inc.
- Ott Funeral Home, Inc.
- Joseph W. Nickels Funeral Home, Inc.Direct cremation $2,455
- Lindsay-Jobe Funeral Home IncDirect cremation $2,540
- John M. Dobrinick Funeral Home, Inc.
- Gilbert Funeral Home & CrematoryDirect cremation $1,500
- Beatty-Rich Funeral Home Inc.Direct cremation $2,200
- John V. Graziano Funeral Home, Inc.
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Common questions
How much is direct cremation at William Snyder Funeral Home?
William Snyder Funeral Home lists direct cremation at $2,265, $85 below the Pennsylvania median of $2,350 across 884 Pennsylvania homes.
Does William Snyder Funeral Home offer cremation?
Yes. Cremation is on William Snyder Funeral Home's service list.
What are William Snyder Funeral Home's hours?
William Snyder Funeral Home lists these hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Staff available.
Is William Snyder Funeral Home open on weekends?
Its listed hours include 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Staff available.
What funeral homes are near William Snyder Funeral Home?
James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Inc., Ott Funeral Home, Inc. and Joseph W. Nickels Funeral Home, Inc. (direct cremation $2,455).