Veteran services at Dracut Funeral Home
Dracut Funeral Home serves veteran families in Dracut, MA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,895 for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Dracut Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,025. That places direct cremation roughly 13% above the Massachusetts median ($2,677). 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 Massachusetts State Veterans Cemetery - Winchendon in MA, about 33 miles from Dracut 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 579 funeral homes in Massachusetts. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Dracut Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,025. 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 Dracut Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dracut Funeral Home is located at 2159 Lakeview Avenue in Dracut, MA. You can reach the home at (978) 957-5032. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dracut Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Dracut Funeral Home provides traditional funeral services, cremation services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dracut Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dracut Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dracut Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Greek Orthodox, Catholic, United Church of Christ, Bible Church families, among others.
What sets Dracut Funeral Home apart
- Dual ownership with Blake Chelmsford Funeral Home, providing expanded resources and shared expertise.
- Dedicated support for veterans' benefits, including guidance on eligibility for burial flags and allowances.
- Online memorial pages for families to share memories and photos, with an accompanying aftercare app.
- Active involvement in numerous local community organizations and religious affiliations in Dracut and surrounding towns.
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association
- · Chelmsford Police Foundation, Inc.
- · Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce
- · AHEPA Hellas Chapter 102 of Lowell
- · Chelmsford Business Association
- · Chelmsford Council on Aging
- · Dracut Old Home Day Committee
- · Dracut Rotary Club
Specialties
- · Veterans Benefits
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Greek Orthodox, Catholic, United Church of Christ, Bible Church. 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.