Veteran services at Ferfolia Funeral Home
Ferfolia Funeral Home serves veteran families in Sagamore Hills, OH with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include reception rooms and chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,520 for basic burial and $3,111 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 3.6 stars from 30 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, veterans services, and grave marker selection. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapels.
Published pricing at Ferfolia Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,111. That places direct cremation roughly 52% 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 Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in OH, about 26 miles from Ferfolia Funeral Home. 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 Ferfolia Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,111. 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 Ferfolia Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Ferfolia Funeral Home is located at 356 West Aurora Road in Sagamore Hills, OH. You can reach the home at (330) 467-4500. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Ferfolia Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Ferfolia Funeral Home provides grief support, pre-arrangements, traditional funeral, cremation, making arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Ferfolia Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Ferfolia Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Ferfolia Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
How do families rate Ferfolia Funeral Home?
Ferfolia Funeral Home holds a 3.6-star rating across 30 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Ferfolia Funeral Home apart
- Fourth-generation family ownership and operation, emphasizing a long-standing commitment to personalized service.
- On-site catering facilities and reception rooms capable of accommodating up to 200 people for post-funeral gatherings.
- Legal assistance provided by Donald B. Ferfolia, Jr., a licensed funeral director and attorney, to help families with legal questions related to a loved one's affairs.
- A 'Talk of a Lifetime' program designed to encourage meaningful conversations about life and end-of-life wishes.
- A complimentary year-long daily grief support email program and structured grief support groups.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Ohio Funeral Directors Association
- · Cuyahoga Funeral Directors Association
- · Foresight Family Funeral Homes
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Veterans Services
- · Pre-Arrangements
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Victor coordinated hospital pickup at 4am, arranged clergy and photo displays, and followed up with clear communication. Multiple reviewers noted careful handling of personalized service details.
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.