Veteran services at Cannon Funeral Home
Cannon Funeral Home serves veteran families in Albany, NY with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include two large chapels, reception room, and large, well-lit parking area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,550 for basic burial and $1,790 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include two large chapels.
Published pricing at Cannon Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,890. That places direct cremation roughly 18% below the New York median ($2,300). 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 Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in NY, about 23 miles from Cannon 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.
We list about 1,440 funeral homes in New York. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Cannon Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,890. 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 Cannon Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Cannon Funeral Home is located at 2020 Central Avenue in Albany, NY. You can reach the home at (518) 869-1005. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Cannon Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Cannon Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, advance planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Cannon Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Cannon Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Cannon Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, United Methodist, Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian families, among others.
What sets Cannon Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated, led by experienced Capital Region funeral director John H. Cannon.
- Modern facilities housed in the extensively remodeled former Veeder's Restaurant, a local landmark.
- Emphasis on flexibility, fair pricing, and providing value in services.
- Comprehensive preplanning services, including a price guarantee program.
- Partnerships with Arbor Day Foundation for a Memorial Tree Registry and GriefSteps for grief support messages.
- Active promotion of the Funeral and Memorial Information Council's 'Have the Talk of a Lifetime' initiative.
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Funeral and Memorial Information Council (FAMIC)
- · Arbor Day Foundation
Specialties
- · Serving Colonie & the Capital Region
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, United Methodist, Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Reformed. 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.