Veteran services at Epstein Memorial Chapel
Epstein Memorial Chapel serves veteran families in Columbus, OH with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $4,990 for basic burial and $2,095 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: traditional burial, cremation, and green burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Epstein Memorial Chapel: direct cremation from $2,095. That places direct cremation roughly 2% above the Ohio median ($2,050). 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 Dayton National Cemetery in OH, about 73 miles from Epstein Memorial Chapel. 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 1,266 funeral homes in Ohio. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Epstein Memorial Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,095. 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 Epstein Memorial Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Epstein Memorial Chapel is located at 3232 East Main Street in Columbus, OH. You can reach the home at (614) 235-3232. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Epstein Memorial Chapel offer veteran families?
Epstein Memorial Chapel provides traditional burial, cremation, aquamation, green burial, funeral services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Epstein Memorial Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Epstein Memorial Chapel mentions flag presentation and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Epstein Memorial Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Jewish families, among others.
What sets Epstein Memorial Chapel apart
- Only family-owned and operated Jewish funeral home in Central Ohio.
- Offers Aquamation, an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional cremation.
- Approved by the Green Burial Council as a green burial location.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
- · Green Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Aquamation
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Green Burial Council
Specialties
- · Jewish Funeral Home
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Jewish.
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.