Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Open 24/7
always available
Your Trusted Funeral Home in Allentown, PA
Heintzelman-Stephens Funeral Home has served Allentown, PA since 1941, rooted in family tradition and compassionate service. Our team specializes in creating personalized memorials that honor individual life stories, combining historical legacy with modern facilities. We offer tailored funeral arrangements, military honors, and pre-planning services to alleviate emotional burdens during difficult times. Our newly constructed facility on Krocks Road features a family room, garden, and gathering spaces designed to foster community connection. With four generations of funeral service expertise, we maintain a commitment to innovation while preserving traditional values.Our staff includes licensed directors and specialists in obituary planning, casket selection, and memorial personalization. We actively engage in community events and provide resources like sympathy baskets to support grieving families. Our approach emphasizes transparency, ethical practices, and 24/7 availability for urgent needs. We maintain partnerships with local organizations to enhance service offerings and ensure comprehensive care. Our legacy of trust spans over eight decades, serving as a cornerstone for families navigating end-of-life arrangements.
Services
Funeral arrangements
Obituary planning
Military honors
Pre-planning services
Casket selection
Sympathy baskets
Community events
Children's room
Arrangement rooms
Garden services
Details
- Year established: 1941
Highlights and features
- We offer four generations of funeral service expertise since 1941
- Our personalized memorials include custom prayer cards and music playlists
- We coordinate military honors with local VFW posts for veterans
- Our pre-planning services provide peace of mind for families
- We maintain a certified comfort dog to support grieving families
Services
Funeral arrangements
Our funeral arrangement services create personalized tributes that honor individual life stories. We coordinate all aspects of memorial services, from venue preparation to obituary publication. Our directors work closely with families to incorporate unique elements like custom music playlists and hand-designed keepsakes.
Military honors
We provide comprehensive military honors for veterans, including coordination with local VFW posts. Our services include honor guards, final salutes, and Red Poppy Tributes. We ensure proper military burial procedures while honoring service members' unique contributions to our community.
Pre-planning services
Our pre-planning services allow individuals to document their final wishes while providing peace of mind for families. We guide clients through all memorial options, ensuring their life story is preserved exactly as they desire while reducing future emotional burdens.
Casket selection
We offer extensive casket and urn selections to suit personal preferences and budget considerations. Our consultants provide guidance through traditional and modern options while maintaining respectful presentation of these sacred vessels.
Sympathy baskets
Our curated sympathy baskets provide meaningful support for grieving families. These thoughtfully assembled gifts include comfort items and memorial keepsakes designed to convey compassion during difficult times while respecting cultural traditions.
People
Matthew S. Stephens
Director
Licensed funeral director since 1988, leading Heintzelman-Stephens Funeral Home since 2007. Graduate of Northampton Community College Funeral Service Program. Active in St. James Lutheran Church and community events.
Stanley S. Stephens
Director
Third-generation funeral director with over 50 years experience. Retired supervisor maintaining active community involvement. Temple University graduate and member of multiple funeral directors associations and local organizations.
Erin K. Heintzelman
Co-Owner/Director
Fourth-generation funeral director and co-owner. Parkland High School graduate (2013) with funeral service degree from Northampton Community College. Active in community foundations and Lions Club leadership.
Matthew B. Heintzelman
Co-Owner/Director
Fourth-generation funeral director with business degree from Penn State. Completed funeral service program in 2018. Active in community service and Philadelphia Eagles fan. Joined team in 2020 after family tradition of service.
Sandra Lois Brink
Director
Licensed funeral director since 2000 with over 25 years experience. Graduate of Northampton Community College Funeral Service Program and Marywood College. Active in Byzantine Catholic Church and outdoor recreational activities.
Questions
What services does Heintzelman-Stephens Funeral Home offer?
We provide full-service funeral arrangements, military honors, pre-planning, casket selection, sympathy baskets, and community support programs.
Can I personalize a funeral service?
Yes, we specialize in personalized memorials including custom music, prayer cards, and unique service elements that reflect the individual's life story.
Do you offer pre-planning options?
Yes, we provide comprehensive pre-planning services to document final wishes and ease future family decisions while ensuring personal preferences are honored.
Are military funeral honors available?
We coordinate full military honors with local VFW posts, including honor guards, final salutes, and Red Poppy Tributes for veterans.
How can I share condolences online?
Visit our obituary pages to send private/public condolences, share stories, and view upcoming services through our electronic memorial participation platform.
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