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Compassionate Funeral & Cremation Services in Schuylkill Haven, PA
Ebling Stabingas Funeral Home has served Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania for over a century, offering compassionate and professional funeral, cremation, and memorial services. As a locally family-owned business with three locations in Schuylkill Haven, Cressona, and Pottsville, we prioritize personalized tributes that honor individual lives with dignity and care. Our on-site crematory in Schuylkill Haven ensures that families loved ones remain in our care throughout the entire process, providing peace of mind and transparency. We specialize in creating tailored services that reflect each individuals legacy, whether through traditional funerals, cremation ceremonies, or memorial events.Our experienced team guides families through every decision with professionalism and empathy, emphasizing affordability, cultural sensitivity, and environmental responsibility. We offer 24/7 support for immediate needs, pre-planning services, and veteran-specific benefits, including free burial options at national cemeteries. Our commitment to the community is reflected in our open-door policy, certified staff, and adherence to strict cremation protocols. With a legacy spanning three generations, we remain dedicated to easing the burden on grieving families through compassionate service and meaningful end-of-life care.
Services
Cremation Services
Funeral Services
Memorial Services
Veterans Services
Pet Cremation Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of family-owned experience in personalized funeral services.
- Our on-site crematory ensures your loved one never leaves our care.
- Veterans receive specialized benefits and free burial options at national cemeteries.
- Certified staff adheres to strict cremation protocols for transparency and integrity.
- We provide 24/7 availability for immediate assistance during emergencies.
Associations and certifications
- Cremation Association of North America (CANA)
- PA Dept. of Environmental Protection
What people say
Personalized tributes
24/7 availability
Veteran benefits
On-site crematory
Professional staff
Services
Cremation Services
We offer respectful cremation services with customizable options, including traditional cremation with visitation, memorial services, or private ceremonies. Our on-site crematory ensures your loved one remains in our care throughout the process. Services include personalized urn selection, keepsake jewelry, and scattering ceremony planning. All cremations follow strict identification protocols to guarantee integrity.
Funeral Services
Traditional and modern funeral services are available, ranging from full ceremonies with visitation to intimate gatherings. We assist with obituary writing, floral arrangements, and tribute videos. Our staff coordinates logistics, including clergy involvement, music selections, and reception planning, to honor your loved ones legacy.
Memorial Services
Memorial services celebrate a life lived without the presence of the body, often featuring urn display, eulogies, and multimedia tributes. We provide venues for gatherings or guide families in hosting events at preferred locations, including personalized themes reflecting the deceaseds hobbies and personality.
Veterans Services
We specialize in veteran honor ceremonies, including flag presentations, military honors, and free burial at national cemeteries. Our team navigates VA benefits to ensure eligible families access full entitlements, such as grave markers and reimbursement for expenses.
Pre-Planning Services
Pre-arranging allows individuals to outline their wishes for future services, reducing emotional and financial stress on families. We offer consultations to document preferences for cremation, burial, or memorials, with flexible payment options.
People
C. Elmer Ebling
Owner, Funeral Director
With 27 years of experience, Elmer Ebling leads the funeral homes and crematory, certified by CANA. He has overseen the business since 1985 and pioneered Schuylkill Countys first on-site crematory.
Caitlyn E. (Ebling) Haus
Owner, Funeral Director
A licensed funeral director since 2012, Caitlyn specializes in cremation services and serves as a certified celebrant. She joined the family business in 2006 and focuses on personalized memorial planning.
William C. Pugh
Funeral Director
Bill Pugh, a retired Air Force veteran, brings over 30 years of funeral service experience. He supervises the Pottsville location and actively participates in local community organizations.
Rebecca Deatrich Devlin
Funeral Director
Becky Devlin, licensed since 2012, offers compassionate guidance for cremation and memorial services. She is actively involved in the Schuylkill United Way and local veterans organizations.
Andy Haus
Owner
Andy Haus, married to Caitlyn Ebling, manages day-to-day operations. A former medical device executive, he is pursuing funeral director licensure and focuses on community outreach.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, memorial services, cremation ceremonies, and celebrations-of-life tailored to your preferences.
Do you offer pre-planning services?
Yes, pre-planning ensures your wishes are honored and eases the burden on loved ones.
Are veterans eligible for special benefits?
Veterans receive free graves, markers, and burial at national cemeteries with full honors.
Can I witness the cremation process?
Yes, we allow family participation in the cremation process with advance arrangements.
What payment methods do you accept?
We offer online payments and accept major credit cards for your convenience.
Is your crematory certified?
Our crematory adheres to CANA and PA environmental standards with certified operators.
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