Veteran services at Cremation Society of New Hampshire
For veterans in Manchester, NH, Cremation Society of New Hampshire coordinates military honors and burial benefits. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Published pricing at Cremation Society of New Hampshire: direct cremation from $1,595. That places direct cremation roughly 27% below the New Hampshire median ($2,195). 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 36 miles from Cremation Society of New Hampshire. 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 108 funeral homes in New Hampshire. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Cremation Society of New Hampshire cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,595. 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 Cremation Society of New Hampshire located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Cremation Society of New Hampshire is located at 243 Hanover Street in Manchester, NH. You can reach the home at (603) 622-1800. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Cremation Society of New Hampshire offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at Cremation Society of New Hampshire starts at $1,595. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does Cremation Society of New Hampshire help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Cremation Society of New Hampshire 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.
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.