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Compassionate Funeral Services in Drums, PA
Harman Funeral Home & Crematory has served families in Northeastern Pennsylvania since 1876, offering compassionate and personalized funeral services across six generations. Our experienced team specializes in traditional funerals, cremation services, and pre-planning solutions tailored to individual needs. We prioritize honesty, integrity, and community support, ensuring families receive guidance during difficult times.With locations in Drums and Rock Glen, we provide on-site cremation, memorial keepsake videos, and white dove releases to create meaningful tributes. Our commitment to excellence extends to grief resources, veterans honors, and 24/7 availability for immediate assistance.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning
Memorial Keepsake Videos
White Dove Releases
Highlights and features
- Six generations of funeral service expertise since 1876.
- On-site cremation services for complete care transparency.
- Customizable memorial options including keepsake videos and dove releases.
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance during emergencies.
- Personalized pre-planning to ease future burdens on families.
Associations and certifications
- Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association
- Cremation Association of North America
What people say
Compassionate care
Professionalism
Dove release
Personalized service
Seamless arrangements
Services
Traditional Funerals
Full-service traditional funerals include visitation, ceremony, and burial arrangements. Our team coordinates all details from embalming to transportation, ensuring a dignified tribute. Families receive personalized support in selecting caskets, flowers, and venue logistics while adhering to cultural or religious traditions.
Cremation Services
We offer on-site cremation with memorialization choices including direct cremation, cremation followed by memorial services, or traditional funerals with cremation. Urns, keepsake containers, and scattering ceremonies are tailored to family preferences while maintaining respectful care throughout the process.
Pre-Planning
Pre-arrangement consultations allow individuals to document preferences for future services. Options include trust-funded plans, insurance policies, and irrevocable agreements for Medicaid planning. Our staff provides unbiased guidance to create comprehensive plans that relieve family decision-making burdens.
Memorial Keepsake Videos
Custom video memorials combine photographs, music, and personal narratives to celebrate a loved one's life. Created using Memories-By-Design software, these keepsakes serve as lasting digital tributes for families and guests during services, capturing cherished memories in a professional format.
White Dove Releases
Dove releases add a meaningful ceremonial element to funerals or graveside services. Partnering with Doves of White, we provide trained birds for symbolic send-offs, creating emotional closure and memorable moments that honor the deceased's spiritual journey or personal significance.
People
Jason K. Harman
Supervisor of the West Location
Sixth-generation funeral director licensed since 1997. Certified crematory operator and Luzerne County Deputy Coroner. Graduated from Simmons Institute of Funeral Service. Resides in Black Creek Township with his family.
Sara E. DeAngelis
Supervisor of the East Location
Licensed funeral director since 2016. First-generation professional in her family. Graduated from Northampton Community College's Funeral Service Program. Certified crematory operator residing in Butler Township.
Courtney D. VanFossen
Funeral Director
Licensed funeral director since 2021. Certified crematory operator and graduate of Northampton Community College. First-generation professional serving Lehighton families. Married with two adult children.
Mark S. Harman
President Emeritus
Fifth-generation funeral director licensed in 1975. Retired from full-time practice in 2013. Certified crematory operator and graduate of McAllister Institute of Funeral Service. Continues part-time support.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, memorial ceremonies, pre-planned arrangements, and customized tributes including keepsake videos and dove releases.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, we offer pre-planning consultations with trust or insurance funding options to document your wishes and ease future family decisions.
Are cremation services handled on-site?
Yes, all cremations occur at our facility, ensuring continuous care and eliminating third-party involvement.
Do you support veterans' funeral benefits?
We assist with military honors, flag presentations, and headstone applications through our experience with veterans' burial benefits.
What payment options are available?
Financing options exist for pre-arrangements. We accept major credit cards, checks, and work with existing insurance or trust agreements.
Are virtual funeral planning options available?
Yes, our online collaboration center allows families to coordinate arrangements remotely with director support and share planning details with loved ones.
