Veteran services at Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home
For veterans in Burlington, MA, Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $4,475 for basic burial and $1,481 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, and cremation authorization. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,575. That places direct cremation roughly 4% below 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 45 miles from Edward V. Sullivan 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 Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,575. 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 Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home is located at 43 Winn Street in Burlington, MA. You can reach the home at (781) 272-0050. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home provides burial, cremation, arrangement planning, cremation authorization, custom stationary, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Protestant, Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism families, among others.
What sets Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home apart
- Three distinct cremation service packages with transparent pricing: Just Cremation ($1,539), Last Goodbye ($1,981), and Life Celebration ($2,886).
- Specialization in Medicaid planning assistance for pre-payment options.
- Comprehensive online resources including grief support articles, legal advice guides, and veteran information.
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance and guidance.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Cremation Authorization
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association
- · Hanover Lions Club
- · Rockland Sons of Italy
- · Cardinal Cushing Knights of Columbus
- · Cardinal Spellman General Assembly 4th Degree in Whitman
- · 100 Club of Massachusetts
- · Hanover Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Medicaid Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Protestant, Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism. 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.