Veteran services at Family First Funeral & Cremation Services
For veterans in Marcellus, MI, Family First Funeral & Cremation Services coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $2,900 for basic burial and $1,099 for direct cremation. The non-declinable service fee is $2,100. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, direct cremation, burial services, pre-plan cremation, and cremation with memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Family First Funeral & Cremation Services: direct cremation from $1,099. That places direct cremation roughly 50% below the Michigan median ($2,200). 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 Fort Custer National Cemetery in MI, about 33 miles from Family First Funeral & 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.
We list about 836 funeral homes in Michigan. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Family First Funeral & Cremation Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,099. 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 Family First Funeral & Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Family First Funeral & Cremation Services is located at 52780 M-40 Highway in Marcellus, MI. You can reach the home at (269) 400-1119. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Family First Funeral & Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Family First Funeral & Cremation Services provides funeral services, cremation services, direct cremation, burial services, pre-plan cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Family First Funeral & Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Family First Funeral & Cremation Services mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Family First Funeral & Cremation Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (Missionary Church) families, among others.
What sets Family First Funeral & Cremation Services apart
- Transparent and upfront pricing, including a direct cremation package for $1,099.
- Online arrangement process with digital forms for convenience.
- Rapid transportation services, with a care team arriving within 60-90 minutes of request.
- Offers Pet Aquamation (water cremation) as an environmentally friendly option through their Cherished Companions service.
- 24/7 direct phone assistance without an answering service.
- New establishment (2024) led by an experienced Licensed Funeral Director, Katie Atkin, with over 20 years in the field.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Direct Cremation
- · Pre-plan Cremation
- · Pet Aquamation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · CareCredit
Specialties
- · Affordable Funeral Options
- · Affordable Cremation Options
- · Low Cost Funeral Options
- · Low Cost Cremation Options
- · Pet Aquamation
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (Missionary Church). 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.