Business Details
17 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Funeral & Cremation Services in Pittston, PA
Founded in 2009, Baloga Funeral Home was established to provide an affordable, family-owned option for funeral and cremation services in the Pittston area. Our founder, Susan L. Baloga, brings over 20 years of experience and a deep commitment to personalized service, having worked extensively in the funeral industry across Northeast Pennsylvania. We specialize in creating meaningful tributes that celebrate individual lives, offering traditional funerals, cremation options, and memorial services tailored to family wishes.Our team provides comprehensive support including pre-planning, veteran benefits assistance, social security notifications, and grief resources. As active members of the Jenkins Twp. Lions Club and Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce, we remain dedicated to serving our community with compassion and professionalism.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning
Veteran Benefits
After Care
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of funeral service experience in the Pittston area
- Our personalized approach creates meaningful tributes tailored to individual lives
- We provide 24/7 availability for immediate assistance during difficult times
- Specialized support for veteran benefits coordination and military honors
- Active community involvement through local organizations and support groups
Services
Funeral Services
We offer traditional funeral services including visitation, funeral ceremonies, and cemetery transportation. Our services feature personalized elements like memorial videos, photo displays, and customized memorial items. Our experienced staff coordinates all aspects from casket selection to floral arrangements, ensuring each service reflects the individual's life and family preferences.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services provide flexible options including direct cremation, cremation with memorial services, and traditional funerals followed by cremation. We accommodate families' needs for remains presence during ceremonies and offer personalized tribute elements. Our staff handles all necessary arrangements while maintaining dignity and respect throughout the process.
Pre-Planning
We help individuals plan their funeral arrangements in advance, reducing future decision-making burdens for families. Our pre-planning services include comprehensive consultations to document personal preferences for burial, cremation, or memorial services, ensuring final wishes are clearly understood and honored when needed.
Veteran Benefits
We assist families in securing veteran benefits including burial flags, government markers, and memorial certificates. Our team coordinates military honor services and navigates federal and county benefit programs, ensuring veterans receive the recognition and benefits they deserve.
After Care
Our ongoing support includes grief resources, bereavement groups, and continued assistance beyond funeral services. We provide access to 'Healing Hearts' support groups and personalized follow-up, recognizing that healing extends well beyond the initial loss through community-based care programs.
People
Susan L. Baloga
Supervisor/Owner
Licensed funeral director with over 20 years experience in Northeast Pennsylvania. Graduate of Pittston Area High School and Northampton Community College's Funeral Service program. Active community member and Lions Club participant committed to personalized funeral care.
John R. Baloga
VP
Pittston Area High School and East Stroudsburg University graduate with 20 years in media communications. Manages funeral home operations while maintaining local business connections through the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, memorial services, and direct burials with customizable options for personalization.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer comprehensive pre-planning services to document your wishes and ease future decision-making for your family.
Do you assist with veteran benefits?
We help secure military honors, burial flags, government markers, and coordinate federal/state benefits for veterans.
Are your services available after hours?
Our team is available 24/7 to assist with immediate needs and emergency arrangements.
What support do you offer after the funeral?
We provide ongoing grief resources including support groups and personalized follow-up care for families.
