Veteran services at Bibber Memorial Chapel
Bibber Memorial Chapel in Kennebunk, ME supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Assistance with completing forms for Veteran burial benefits, including obtaining DD-214 Military Discharge Paperwork and Honorable Discharge certificates if needed." On-site amenities include chapel for visitations and services and adequate parking facilities, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,695 for basic burial and $2,445 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation, burial services, graveside services, and memorial service. 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 chapel for visitations and services. 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 Bibber Memorial Chapel: direct cremation from $2,445. That places direct cremation roughly 4% above the Maine median ($2,350). 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 Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery in ME, approximately 16 miles from Bibber Memorial Chapel. Bibber Memorial Chapel can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Maine has approximately 133 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Bibber Memorial Chapel is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Bibber Memorial Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,445. 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 Bibber Memorial Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Bibber Memorial Chapel is located at 67 Summer Street in Kennebunk, ME. You can reach the home at (207) 985-2752. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Bibber Memorial Chapel offer veteran families?
Bibber Memorial Chapel provides traditional funeral services, cremation, burial services, graveside services, celebration of life, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Bibber Memorial Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Assistance with completing forms for Veteran burial benefits, including obtaining DD-214 Military Discharge Paperwork and Honorable Discharge certificates if needed.
Which faith traditions does Bibber Memorial Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (Catholic, Protestant/Congregational), Jewish, Islamic families, among others.
What sets Bibber Memorial Chapel apart
- Independent, family-owned operation with multiple generations involved in funeral service.
- Detailed guidance provided on the legalities and practicalities of scattering cremated remains.
- Staff includes Certified Funeral Service Practitioners (CFSP) and individuals with extensive experience in professional associations.
- Offers a therapy dog, Ruby Mae Bibber, to provide comfort to families.
- Emphasizes personalized 'Celebration of Life' services tailored to the individual's unique personality and achievements.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce
- · Arundel Lodge # 76, AF & AM
- · Maine Funeral Directors Association
- · Wells Chamber of Commerce
- · Southern Maine Health Care
- · Kora Shrine Center
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Selected Independant Funeral Homes
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Christian (Catholic, Protestant/Congregational), Jewish, Islamic.
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.