Veteran services at Beaulieu Funeral Home
Veteran families in Newberry, MI can turn to Beaulieu Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In their own words: "Beaulieu Funeral Home has multiple staff members who are U.S. military veterans, including Charles B. "Chuck" Beaulieu III (U.S. Army), Terry R. Brill (U.S. Army Airborne Division with nine combat tours), Arnold W. "Walle" Hauglie (Vietnam-era U.S. Army and Michigan National Guard), and Michael S. Duflo (U.S. Air Force). Their obituaries also indicate the provision of graveside services with military honors." On-site amenities include main chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,795 for basic burial and $3,300 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include immediate cremation service, immediate cremation with memorial service, limited cremation service, and traditional cremation services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include main chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Beaulieu Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,300 and basic burial from $6,500. That places direct cremation roughly 50% above the Michigan median ($2,200). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Northwoods National Cemetery in WI, approximately 205 miles from Beaulieu Funeral Home. Beaulieu Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Beaulieu Funeral Home also accommodates Catholic traditions for veterans whose religious or cultural observance shapes the service. Military honors can be integrated into the family's tradition with no conflict — the honor detail observes the family's pace.
Michigan has approximately 836 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Beaulieu Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Beaulieu Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,300, basic burial starts at $6,500. Eligible veterans can offset these costs with a VA burial allowance, and burial in a VA national cemetery is provided at no charge.
Where is Beaulieu Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Beaulieu Funeral Home is located at 110 West Truman Blvd. in Newberry, MI. You can reach the home at (906) 293-8651. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Beaulieu Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Beaulieu Funeral Home provides traditional funeral service, immediate cremation service, immediate cremation with memorial service, limited cremation service, traditional cremation services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Beaulieu Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Beaulieu Funeral Home has multiple staff members who are U.S. military veterans, including Charles B. "Chuck" Beaulieu III (U.S. Army), Terry R. Brill (U.S. Army Airborne Division with nine combat tours), Arnold W. "Walle" Hauglie (Vietnam-era U.S. Army and Michigan National Guard), and Michael S. Duflo (U.S. Air Force). Their obituaries also indicate the provision of graveside services with military honors.
Which faith traditions does Beaulieu Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, Methodist, Baptist, Episcopal families, among others.
What sets Beaulieu Funeral Home apart
- Four generations of continuous family operation since 1908.
- Handicapped accessible facility featuring a barrier-free entrance, main floor restroom, and second-floor chair lift.
- Staff members with significant military service and deep community involvement.
- Offers a comprehensive online Griefwords library for grief support and education.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Cremation
- · Immediate Cremation Service
- · Limited Cremation Service
- · Traditional Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Newberry Area Chamber of Commerce
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Michigan Funeral Directors Association
- · Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic, Lutheran, Methodist, Baptist, Episcopal.
Branches of service supported
Based on the home's stated services and specializations, Beaulieu Funeral Home has documented experience supporting the following branches:
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.