Veteran services at Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc.
Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc., located in Canton, OH, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel (canton) and chapel (magnolia), suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,670 for basic burial and $1,520 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorialization, veterans services, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel (canton) and chapel (magnolia).
Published pricing at Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $1,520. That places direct cremation roughly 26% below 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 Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc.. 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 Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,520. 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 Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 1803 Cleveland Ave. NW in Canton, OH. You can reach the home at (330) 456-4766. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. provides funeral packages, cremation, memorialization, personalization, pre-arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Presbyterian, Christian Church (Independent) families, among others.
What sets Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Four generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1918.
- Operates two distinct chapels in Canton and Magnolia, Ohio.
- Canton chapel features a dedicated Family Center with seating for 60, a full kitchen, and handicap-accessible restrooms for post-service gatherings.
- Specialization in assisting families with FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance claims.
- Comprehensive services specifically for veterans, including guidance on headstones and burial flags.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
- · Ohio Funeral Directors Association (OFDA)
- · Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · COVID-19 Funeral Assistance (FEMA)
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Presbyterian, Christian Church (Independent). 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.