Veteran services at Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes
Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes serves veteran families in Scarsdale, NY with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include central chapel, mechanicsville chapel, and west chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,000 for basic burial and $3,000 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial services, burial rites, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include central chapel, mechanicsville chapel, west chapel, and chesterfield chapel.
Published pricing at Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $3,484. That places direct cremation roughly 51% 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 21 miles from Edwin L. Bennett 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 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 Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,484. 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 Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes is located at 824 Scarsdale Avenue in Scarsdale, NY. You can reach the home at (914) 725-1137. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes provides pre-planning, funeral services, memorial services, burial rites, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Methodist, Baptist, Islamic, Church of Christ, Vineyard Church families, among others.
What sets Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes apart
- Over 120 years of continuous operation and experience since 1897.
- Multiple chapel locations across Richmond, Mechanicsville, Glen Allen, and Chesterfield for regional accessibility.
- Extensive online grief resources and planning insights available through their website.
- All facilities are handicapped accessible.
- Emphasis on personalized services and creating lasting tributes, guided by licensed funeral directors.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Rites
- · Graveside Service
- · Interment
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Multicultural Funerals
- · Catholic Cemetery Section
- · Jewish Cemetery Section
- · Shomer/Watcher Available
- · Ritual Washing
- · Asian Funeral Traditions
- · Buddhist Funeral Traditions
- · Hispanic Funeral Traditions
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Methodist, Baptist, Islamic, Church of Christ, Vineyard Church. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.