Veteran services at Brown'S Funeral Home
Brown'S Funeral Home, located in Plainfield, NJ, assists those who served and their families. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. Published pricing lists $5,200 for basic burial and $1,375 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. It has a 4.8 rating from 24 reviews on Google.
The home lists these veteran-related services: honoring veterans, cremation, and graveside services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Brown'S Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,375. That places direct cremation roughly 45% below the New Jersey median ($2,495). 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 Washington Crossing National Cemetery in PA, about 35 miles from Brown'S Funeral Home. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Brown'S Funeral Home has a 4.8-star rating from 24 Google reviews.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Brown'S Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,375. 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 Brown'S Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Brown'S Funeral Home is located at 122 Plainfield Ave. in Plainfield, NJ. You can reach the home at (908) 756-4241. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Brown'S Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Brown'S Funeral Home provides live streaming, customized services, honoring veterans, cremation, interment, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Brown'S Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Brown'S Funeral Home assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Brown'S Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Presbyterian families, among others.
How do families rate Brown'S Funeral Home?
Brown'S Funeral Home holds a 4.8-star rating across 24 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Brown'S Funeral Home apart
- Over a century of continuous family ownership and operation across three generations.
- Specialized services and dedicated support for honoring veterans.
- Offering live streaming for funeral services to accommodate remote attendees.
- Providing a '365 Days of Healing' email program for ongoing grief support.
- Explicitly stating a commitment to 'moderate cost' services, with prices generally below state averages.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Interment
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Bethel Presbyterian Church In Plainfield
- · Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
- · Plainfield Alumni Chapter
- · Stone Square Lodge #38 F. & A. M. Prince Hall Affiliate
- · American Legion Johnson Jeter Post #219
- · Garden State Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Presbyterian. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
Branches of service mentioned
Brown'S Funeral Home's description of its services mentions these branches:
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Brown'S Funeral Home, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“From the very first interaction, the entire team at Brown’s Funeral Home demonstrated an extraordinary level of professionalism, compassion, and care while serving our family during the homegoing of my father. From Diane to Cindy, every staff member treated us with dignity, patience, and genuine kindness. They guided me through each step of the process with grace, ensuring that no detail was overlooked and that my father was honored beautifully. Their responsiveness, attention to detail, and calming presence brought me comfort and confidence during one of the most difficult times in my life. Thank you for your compassion, professionalism, and for supporting our family during such a time. Brown’s Funeral Home truly goes above and beyond, not just in service, but in heart. Our family is deeply grateful for their support, and we would highly recommend them to anyone seeking care, respect, and professionalism during a time of loss. Warm regards, Dawn”
“At first I did not know what to think but the service was handled so professional. My sister look like she was sleeping. No complaints.”
“My family recently used Brown’s Funeral home. Diane was very helpful and got the job done. We had to ship our beloved family member outside the country and she made the whole ordeal happen smoothly and expeditiously. Thank you Diane and your team!”
“I used Brown funeral home for my daughter Cerissa. They went above and beyond. They made the whole thing seamless. Treated you like family. My funeral home for my family. Sincerely The Louison and Collins Family”
“Brown's Funeral Home did an excellent job on my 94 year old father. I was able to meet with them right away. They assisted me with have my father's body transported to Florida. They were caring and compasionate ❤”
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.