Veteran services at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services
For veterans in Macon, GA, Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include reception area and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,110 for basic burial and $1,900 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.9 stars across 95 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veteran services, burial services, memorial service, and graveside cremation service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services: direct cremation from $1,900. That places direct cremation roughly 0% above the Georgia median ($1,895). 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 Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery - Milledgeville in GA, about 36 miles from Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services has a 4.9-star rating from 95 Google reviews.
We list about 780 funeral homes in Georgia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,900. 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 Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services is located at 4989 Mount Pleasant Church Road in Macon, GA. You can reach the home at (478) 788-2929. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services provides traditional funeral, cremation services, preplanning services, veteran services, burial services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Church of the Nazarene families, among others.
How do families rate Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services?
Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services holds a 4.9-star rating across 95 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services apart
- FairHaven Guarantee: If not completely satisfied with a service, they will make it right or not charge for that item.
- On-site crematory for direct oversight of cremation services.
- Virtual 'Healing Hearts Grief Support Group' offered twice monthly via Zoom.
- Staff includes an Ordained Elder and Chaplain (Church of the Nazarene) and a Staff Pastor (Baptist) available to officiate services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Graveside Cremation Service
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Georgia Funeral Directors Association
- · Academy of Graduate Embalmers of Georgia
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Church of the Nazarene. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“The people at FairHaven were very helpful in planning my mother’s funeral. Tracy was so kind and very knowledgeable of their services and all that we needed. There was no oversell in trying to encourage us to do more than we needed. She helped with navigating the insurance and what we needed to do. During a time of grief and stress, she made everything simple and easy. The service was exactly what we wanted and their assistance was greatly appreciated. I would not hesitate to recommend FairHaven to anyone.”
“The staff at FairHaven Funersl Home are exceptional. They take all your concerns and feeling into account when they are assisting you in planning your loved one’s service. We were treated as family. All our concerns were met in a timely order. The facility itself is beautiful and a wonderful location to have your service. Thank you Katlyn and staff for taking such good care of my husband and me.”
“Everyone at Fair Haven was excellent caring compassionate and made you feel as as good as if it were their own family they were taking care of.Myles And Andy made sure all my wishes were met and on time . Everything was handled beautifully Ann Jernigan”
“Leo Thomas and Fairhaven made our broken hearts feel so much better and made the hardest experience must easier with the passing of our daddy!!! I will forever be thankful for Leo and Fairhaven staff 💔❤️”
“I cannot not say enough good things about my experience at Fairhaven. Katelyn went above and beyond for me and my family when my Mama passed away. Her compassion, experience and comfort in a time of need was priceless and I will forever be thankful.”
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.