Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Open 24/7
always available
Compassionate Funeral Services in Allentown
Heintzelman-Stephens Funeral Home has served the Allentown community since 1941, rooted in a tradition of compassion and personalized service. Founded by Stanley S. Stephens Sr., our family-owned business has evolved to meet modern needs while preserving the legacy of care established generations ago. Our team of licensed funeral directors offers expertise in crafting meaningful tributes, including military honors, pre-planning, and customized memorials that reflect individual lives.We emphasize transparency, reliability, and community engagement, demonstrated through our newly constructed facility designed to provide comfort and modern conveniences. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize client-centered care, ensuring families feel supported during challenging moments while maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Services
Funeral Planning
Pre-Planning Services
Military Honors Ceremonies
Sympathy Baskets
Community Events
Details
- Year established: 1941
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of family-owned funeral service experience in the Allentown community
- Our certified directors specialize in personalized memorial planning and military honors ceremonies
- We maintain a newly constructed, accessible facility with dedicated family gathering spaces
- Our team includes fourth-generation funeral directors with specialized expertise in grief support
- We provide transparent pricing options and comprehensive pre-planning services
What people say
Compassionate staff
Beautiful facility
Well-organized services
Personalized memorials
Military honors
Services
Funeral Planning
Our funeral planning services create personalized tributes that honor individual lives. We guide families through every detail, from venue selection to service personalization, ensuring meaningful commemorations. Our family-owned approach combines tradition with modern customization options for Allentown families.
Pre-Planning Services
Pre-planning allows individuals to document their final wishes while relieving family decision-making during difficult times. We offer comprehensive consultation to create personalized memorials that reflect personal values and traditions in a supportive environment.
Military Honors Ceremonies
Specialized military honors include professional coordination with local VFW posts, honor guards, and proper flag presentation. Our team ensures veterans receive full recognition through formal salute ceremonies and traditional red poppy tributes in accordance with service standards.
Sympathy Baskets
Curated sympathy baskets deliver comforting gifts to grieving families. Each arrangement combines practical items and thoughtful keepsakes, available for immediate delivery during services or to homes throughout the Lehigh Valley region.
Community Events
Our facility hosts community-building events that honor loved ones through shared storytelling. The purpose-designed gathering spaces accommodate seasonal events and support group remembrance activities throughout the year for Allentown residents.
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. Five children, three grandchildren, active in St. James Lutheran Church.
Erin K. Heintzelman
Co-Owner/Director
Fourth-generation funeral director and co-owner. Seton Hall graduate with Funeral Service degree from Northampton Community College. Active in Parkland Education Foundation and Upper Lehigh Lions Club. Pursuing MBA at Wilkes University.
Matthew B. Heintzelman
Co-Owner/Director
Fourth-generation funeral director with BS in Business from Penn State. Completed Funeral Services program in 2018. Married to Kaitlin with daughter Laine. Active in community service organizations and Philadelphia Eagles supporter.
Rodney S. Koch
Supervisor/Director
Licensed funeral director since 1998, promoted to supervisor in 2025. Graduate of Northampton Community College Funeral Service Program. Active in Eastern Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association and Faith United Church of Christ.
Stanley S. Stephens
Director
Licensed funeral director with decades of service, now semi-retired. Temple University graduate with 47 years leading funeral home until 2007. Active in Sertoma Club, Masonic lodges, and church organizations.
Questions
What funeral services do you offer?
We provide full-service funeral arrangements, including traditional services, cremations, military honors, and customized memorials reflecting individual life stories.
Do you offer pre-planning services?
Yes, we offer comprehensive pre-planning consultations to document your wishes and alleviate family decision-making during difficult times.
Can I customize funeral services?
Absolutely. We specialize in personalized memorials featuring custom music, themed decor, and unique tributes that celebrate individual personalities and interests.
Do you handle veterans funeral arrangements?
Yes, we coordinate full military honors including VFW honor guards, flag presentations, and red poppy tributes for service members.
How are payments handled?
We discuss payment options during arrangements. While we don't offer financing, we provide transparent pricing and accept standard payment methods.
What facilities do you have available?
Our facility includes a family room for services up to 200 guests, garden space for outdoor memorials, children's room, and dedicated arrangement rooms with modern amenities.
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Reviews (5)
Clyde Graham
Oct 19, 2020
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It's been a year since Matthew and his staff handled the arrangements for my brother-in-law's Celebration of Life. We still reflect upon how kind, attentive, and comforting the team was and highly recommend Stephens Funeral Home.
Ray Baldwin
Sep 28, 2020
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Stephens provided wonderful care and concern for myself and my family. They are considerate and comforting . The home itself is immaculate. Sandra and the entire staff made me fell like family. All done in an professional, thoughtful manner. Thank you so much and God Bless.
Ron Schaffer
Jul 03, 2020
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Matt and his staff did an excellent job of helping us through all the details during a very difficult time. I cannot think of one thing that they possibly could have done better. Thank you all so very much.
Cheryl Knight
Jun 18, 2020
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They did a really great job with my mom's service and arrangements. I was especially impressed when they helped me with a project to honor my mom four years after I initially hired them to handle my mom's services. I no longer live close and they did everything they could to help me execute my project quickly and cost effectively. Amazing business run by amazing and thoughtful people!
Katie Elizabeth
Jun 11, 2020
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Matt and the staff at Stephens Funeral Home went above and beyond to guide us through this process and make our time honoring my brother special. Everything felt very personalized and done with care. In addition, their therapy dog Sammy was a great comfort through a difficult day. Highly recommend.
