Veteran services at Bibber Memorial Chapels
Bibber Memorial Chapels serves veteran families in Kennebunk, ME with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include new 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.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial services, and graveside services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include new chapel for visitations and services.
Published pricing at Bibber Memorial Chapels: direct cremation from $2,545. That places direct cremation roughly 8% above the Maine median ($2,350). If the veteran qualifies for a VA burial allowance, the family claims it with VA Form 21P-530EZ. Ask whether the home will help you file it.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery in ME, about 15 miles from Bibber Memorial Chapels. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
We list about 133 funeral homes in Maine. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Bibber Memorial Chapels cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,545. 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 Chapels located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Bibber Memorial Chapels is located at 67 Summer St. 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 Chapels offer veteran families?
Bibber Memorial Chapels provides traditional funeral services, cremation, burial services, celebration of life, graveside services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Bibber Memorial Chapels help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Bibber Memorial Chapels mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Bibber Memorial Chapels accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Catholic, Episcopal, Baptist, Unitarian Universalist families, among others.
What sets Bibber Memorial Chapels apart
- Family-owned and operated, continuing a multi-generational legacy of service.
- Staff includes Certified Funeral Service Practitioners (CFSP) and licensed funeral directors in both Maine and New Hampshire.
- Offers a therapy dog, Ruby Mae Bibber, for comfort to families and visitors.
- Provides detailed guidance on cremation scattering regulations and options.
- Strong community involvement and affiliations with numerous local and national organizations.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce
- · Arundel Lodge # 76, AF & AM
- · Maine Funeral Directors Association
- · Senior Center of Kennebunk
- · Wells Chamber of Commerce
- · Southern Maine Health Care
- · Kora Shrine Center
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Burial services
- · Cremation services
- · Memorial services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Catholic, Episcopal, Baptist, Unitarian Universalist, United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Lutheran, Jewish, Islamic. Languages spoken at the home: English.
How to request military funeral honors
By law (10 U.S.C. § 1491), an eligible veteran's funeral can include, on request, an honors detail of at least two service members who fold and present the U.S. flag to the family and play Taps. The funeral director usually makes the request and will need the veteran's DD214 or other discharge papers.
VA suggests asking at least 48 to 72 hours before the service. More on what honors include and how to request them.