Veteran services at Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home
Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home in Southbury, CT supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "The funeral homes offer specialized services to honor deceased veterans who served honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces, including assistance with obtaining and draping a burial flag. Robert B. Bailey, president-emeritus, served in the U.S. Air Force." On-site amenities include chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,370 for basic burial and $4,320 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Local families rate the firm 5.0 stars across 91 Google reviews.
Veteran-related services offered include veterans services, green burials, water cremation, and 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 chapels. 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.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery in CT, approximately 32 miles from Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home. Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home holds a 5.0-star rating from 91 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Connecticut has approximately 304 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
Does Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request — call (203) 264-1991, and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home is located at 750 Main Street South in Southbury, CT. You can reach the home at (203) 264-1991. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home provides personalized funeral services, veterans services, green burials, water cremation, motorcycle hearse, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
The funeral homes offer specialized services to honor deceased veterans who served honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces, including assistance with obtaining and draping a burial flag. Robert B. Bailey, president-emeritus, served in the U.S. Air Force.
How do families rate Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home?
Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home holds a 5.0-star rating across 91 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home apart
- Offers green burials with Green Burial Council certified products and formaldehyde-free embalming.
- Provides water cremation services.
- Features a motorcycle hearse for unique funeral processions.
- Staff includes certified celebrants and celebrant trainers for personalized services.
- Matthew R. Bailey, President, was named American Funeral Director Magazine's Funeral Director of the Year in 2021.
- Jodie Vogt is a state-approved Practical Examiner for the Connecticut Board of Examiners of Embalmers and Funeral Directors.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Green Burials
Cremation
- · Water Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Connecticut Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Cremation Association of North America
- · International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association
- · Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice
- · Insight Institute
- · British Institute of Embalmers-North American Division
- · Wallingford Rotary Club
Specializations
- · Green Burials
- · Water Cremation
- · Motorcycle Hearse
- · Veterans Services
- · Celebrant Services
Branches of service supported
Based on the home's stated services and specializations, Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home has documented experience supporting the following branches:
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Carpino and Bailey Funeral Home. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“During probably the most challenging and heartbreaking time of our lives, the team at Carpino — especially Daisy and Jayson — were truly a blessing to our family. From the very first conversation to the final moments of my dad’s services, they treated us with such compassion, patience, and genuine kindness. Planning a wake and funeral for someone you love is overwhelming, but Daisy and Jayson made everything feel manageable. They were incredibly understanding, attentive to every detail, and always available to answer questions or simply offer reassurance. After going back and forth over different decisions, even changing our minds throughout the process, we never felt rushed or like "a customer". They honored my dad with dignity and grace, and the services were beautiful. Our family will always be grateful for the warmth and professionalism they showed us during that time. If you are looking for a funeral home that truly cares about your family and the details that go into planning such a challenging day, I cannot recommend them enough. Daisy and Jayson are extraordinary people who took every step to ensure my sister, mom, and I felt comfortable with our decisions and did not have to worry about any extra stress. Thank you again for everything you have done!”
“My experience with Carpino Funeral Home has exceeded all my expectations. Daisy and Elizabeth were (and continue to be) incredibly supportive with their amazing stewardship of the process: partnering at every turn, offering guidance, expertly coordinating with the hospital, crematorium, church, cemetery, obituary, etc., which was a tremendous relief during a very sad time. They skillfully guided me through all of the arrangement decisions and ensured that even the smallest of details were executed flawlessly. It also touched our family’s heart that so many members of the Carpino organization (including the owner and his wife) were present at the memorial to guarantee execution a truly beautiful mass and graveside service for our loved one. I can’t endorse Carpino Funeral Home highly enough—every team member has proven to be sensitive, warm and knowledgeable—they are consummate professionals. Our heartfelt thanks and appreciation.”
“I was very impressed with the care I received during a very difficult time. I am so grateful to Carpino funeral home. They made themselves available for questions. They walked me through the details of the services they offered with patience and sensitivity. I could not have had a more positive experience. I would definitely recommend Carpino to others.”
“During a very difficult time, it was incredibly comforting to know that Carpino Funeral Home was there to support us every step of the way. They consistently went above and beyond. Whenever I or a family member had a question, we were met with a prompt response and the reassuring words: “We will take care of that.” The staff responded to calls and inquiries immediately—no matter how small the concern or how often we reached out. That kind of care meant the world to us. My family truly feels that Carpino Funeral Home helped guide our mother with compassion and dignity on her final journey.”
“This is the place to go to find the most caring compassionate people. From the beginning of making my parents feel that all of their needs were met until their death, Sahara, Jayson and Daisy were all there to answer any questions and take care of everything. Our family highly recommends Carpino to be there for you. Thank you for all that you do.”
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.