Veteran services at Dreis Funeral Home Inc
Dreis Funeral Home Inc, located in Albany, NY, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. Published pricing lists $4,390 for basic burial and $1,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorial service, burials, veteran's services, graveside service, and direct burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in NY, about 26 miles from Dreis Funeral Home Inc. 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
Does Dreis Funeral Home Inc publish funeral prices?
Dreis Funeral Home Inc has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (518) 463-5735 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Dreis Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dreis Funeral Home Inc is located at 208 North Allen Street in Albany, NY. You can reach the home at (518) 463-5735. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dreis Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Dreis Funeral Home Inc provides cremation, personalized funeral services, traditional wakes, funerals, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dreis Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dreis Funeral Home Inc mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dreis Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Roman Catholic, Reformed Church in America, Presbyterian, Seventh-day Adventist families, among others.
What sets Dreis Funeral Home Inc apart
- One of the oldest family-owned funeral homes in Albany, NY, with a history dating back to 1885 and continuous McVeigh family ownership since 1938, spanning four generations.
- Focus on designing personalized healing experiences rather than just handling remains, offering unique custom services like 'Last Ride,' 'Home Event,' or 'Sports Fans' themed memorials.
- Extensive online grief support resources, including interactive videos with an Executive Counseling Director and daily email affirmations for ongoing encouragement.
- Staff members, such as Vice President David Parente, hold numerous leadership positions in professional and community organizations, demonstrating deep local engagement.
- The facility is situated on over 30 acres, providing a peaceful and intimate setting for services and remembrance.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
- · Graveside Service
- · Direct Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Albany Lions Club
- · Camary Statewide Services
- · Living Resources
- · Capital District Funeral Directors Association
- · New York State Funeral Directors Association (NYSFDA)
- · Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany, NY
- · The Community Hospice Foundation
- · Hudson Valley Community College Mortuary Science Program Advisory Board Member
Specialties
- · Family-Owned
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Roman Catholic, Reformed Church in America, Presbyterian, Seventh-day Adventist.
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.