Veteran services at Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes
Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes in Newport, ME supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $4,095 for basic burial and $1,395 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial services, memorial service, and graveside ceremonies. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Central Maine Veterans Cemetery - Civic Center Dr in ME, about 45 miles from Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes. 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
Does Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes publish funeral prices?
Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (207) 368-4331 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes is located at 117 Main Street in Newport, ME. You can reach the home at (207) 368-4331. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes provides cremation, funeral, preplan, burial services, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Methodist, Pentecostal, Congregational/United Church of Christ, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Crosby & Neal Funeral Homes apart
- 24/7 availability for immediate needs, providing around-the-clock assistance.
- Comprehensive aftercare support, extending beyond the service to include practical guidance for estate matters, benefits, and personal property organization.
- Customizable 'Remember Pages' for online tributes, enabling families and friends to share stories and photos to create a lasting legacy.
- Personalized service planning that integrates a loved one's hobbies, activities, interests, and unique requests into the ceremony.
- Assistance with preplanning, offering peace of mind and financial preparation for future arrangements.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Ceremonies
Cremation
- · Cremation
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Methodist, Pentecostal, Congregational/United Church of Christ, Baptist.
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.