Veteran services at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home
Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home serves veteran families in New Britain, CT with military funeral planning. In their own words: "Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home provides specialized services for veterans." On-site amenities include multiple chapel/viewing areas and large off-street parking facilities, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,000 for basic burial and $2,445 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. A modest 24 Google reviews give the firm a 4.7-star average.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, and veterans services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include multiple chapel/viewing areas. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,445. That places direct cremation roughly 21% below the Connecticut median ($3,106). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery in CT, approximately 11 miles from Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home. Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home holds a 4.7-star rating from 24 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Connecticut has approximately 304 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,445. 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 Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home is located at 411 South Main Street in New Britain, CT. You can reach the home at (860) 229-5676. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, traditional funeral service, memorial service, graveside service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home provides specialized services for veterans.
Which faith traditions does Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths, Evangelical Covenant Church, Catholic, Missionary Baptist families, among others.
How do families rate Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home?
Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home holds a 4.7-star rating across 24 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home apart
- Three generations of Hansen family ownership and operation.
- Award-winning service since 1938.
- Modern, accessible facility built in 1992 with multiple chapels, one-level handicapped accessibility, and large off-street parking.
- Extensive personalization options for services, including tribute videos, online memorials, and custom music/art displays.
- Staff members are actively involved in numerous local community organizations and professional associations.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Connecticut Funeral Directors Association
- · New Britain Funeral Directors Association
Specializations
- · Serving All Faiths
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: All Faiths, Evangelical Covenant Church, Catholic, Missionary Baptist.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home guided us with grace and dignity in providing such a beautiful home going for our loved one- a daughter, a mother, a grandmother, a sister, an aunt, a cousin, a niece,, a granddaughter, a friend, a beautiful soul! They were very accommodating and compassionate during our worst nightmare while we planned unexpected last minute services. Monique was so compassionate and personable. She provided a sense of comfort in getting to know my sister so we could feel some ease during the process. The staff worked together to ensure the home going service was beautiful. Trying to sum up the life of such a beautiful soul in a paragraph was the most difficult and heart wrenching thing. Monique helped to get us started and after it was posted, filled with anxiety as I went to read it online my first glance to my surprise made my heart cry as I saw just how personable they were. They added a special touch that was unique to my sister, a pair of sneakers to the background of her obituary because we mentioned how much she loved sneakers…at that point I knew just how compassionate they were! We express our deepest gratitude. Sincerely, The Singleton family”
“We are grateful for their kind service and compassion throughout the difficult process of losing our mother. Their understanding. And accommodation for our request made this difficult process so much easier for us. Thank you to all the staff for everything. On behalf of our family, the DeJESUS we think you”
“Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home always does an excellent job! Peter and his staff are always compassionate and concerned about their clients!!! All the gentleman directing traffic were very kind. Mr. Sagarino and the young man working with him were very helpful by showing me the easiest way to get my mother into the building. (My mother was in a wheelchair.) I especially want to thank Karen Sagarino. From the beginning to the end Karen Sagarino gave special attention to my mother's needs and was always assisting me. She is very compassionate! You are excellent! You all get an A+!”
“So glad we chose this place my younger relative who passed. They did an incredible job. They kept us updated with everything and they guided us through the whole difficult process of planning an unexpectant funeral. This is a family owned business which honestly changes my concept of family own funeral homes, as they truly care about the families, and their professional business reputation. Thank you Peter, Nancy and the rest of the staff! you all are amazing, professional and kind beyond words.”
“Peter and his entire staff bent over backwards to make our experiences as perfect as possible. He is awesome! The smallest detail does not escape them, to include hunting down my dad's WW II discharge papers in the New Britain town clerk's office so VA could help mom. He brings expert knowledge, a caring attitude, and detailed knowledge of how to help you, all wrapped up in faultless integrity. I've known Peter since High School. There was no question of who I would turn to for Mom and Dad's final needs. He made it as easy as it could be. I recommend him and his team without reservation!”
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.