Veteran services at Fortuna Funeral Home
Fortuna Funeral Home in Cleveland, OH supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include over 100 parking spots, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,717 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Fortuna Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,717. That places direct cremation roughly 16% 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 27 miles from Fortuna 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 Fortuna Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,717. 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 Fortuna Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Fortuna Funeral Home is located at 7076 Brecksville Road in Cleveland, OH. You can reach the home at (216) 520-7335. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Fortuna Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Fortuna Funeral Home provides burial, cremation, pre-planning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Fortuna Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Fortuna Funeral Home mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Fortuna Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Roman Catholic families, among others.
What sets Fortuna Funeral Home apart
- Generational family ownership and operation since 1958.
- Two distinct facilities: an original location in Cleveland's Slavic Village and a newer, state-of-the-art facility in Independence, Ohio.
- Families work directly with licensed funeral directors from the initial call through the completion of all services.
- The Independence facility features spacious parlors, over 100 parking spots, and is fully handicapped accessible.
- A community room at the Independence location provides complimentary coffee and bakery during visitations.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Cleveland Embalmers Association
Specialties
- · Cremation services
- · Burial services
- · Pre-planning services
- · Veteran services
- · Military Honors
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Roman Catholic.
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.