Veteran services at Dorsey Funeral Home
Dorsey Funeral Home serves veteran families in Ossining, NY with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include reception space and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,800 for basic burial and $3,079 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Dorsey Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,079. That places direct cremation roughly 34% above 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 St. Albans National Cemetery in NY, about 33 miles from Dorsey 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 Dorsey Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,079. 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 Dorsey Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dorsey Funeral Home is located at 14 Emwilton Place in Ossining, NY. You can reach the home at (914) 941-0167. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Dorsey Funeral Home offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at Dorsey Funeral Home starts at $3,079. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does Dorsey Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dorsey Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dorsey Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Protestant (Baptist, Episcopal, Non-Denominational), Jewish families, among others.
What sets Dorsey Funeral Home apart
- Established in 1884, making it the oldest funeral establishment in Ossining, NY.
- Offers personalized ceremonies and a small-town, family-oriented service.
- Provides comprehensive veteran services, including military honors and assistance with VA benefits.
- Offers a wide range of disposition options, including traditional burial, various cremation services (direct, with memorial, with viewing), and green burial options.
- Assists families with pre-planning, at-need financing, and navigating necessary paperwork and benefits.
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran services
- · Traditional funeral service
- · Celebration of life ceremony
- · Graveside funeral service
- · Direct burial or cremation
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Protestant (Baptist, Episcopal, Non-Denominational), Jewish. 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.