G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service

Veteran services at G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service

For veterans in Hackensack, NJ, G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In their own words: "G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service offers military services." Published pricing lists $4,995 for basic burial and $2,495 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Early reviews are positive, averaging 4.8 stars across 19.

Veteran-related services offered include burial, cremation, graveside service, and military honors. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.

Published pricing at G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service: direct cremation from $2,495. That places direct cremation roughly 0% above the New Jersey median ($2,495). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.

The nearest VA national cemetery is St. Albans National Cemetery in NY, approximately 20 miles from G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service. G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service holds a 4.8-star rating from 19 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.

New Jersey has approximately 647 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,495. 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 G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service is located at 397 Union St. in Hackensack, NJ. You can reach the home at (201) 487-1010. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service offer veteran families?

G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service provides burial, cremation, visitation, funeral service, graveside service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?

G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service offers military services.

Which faith traditions does G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.

How do families rate G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service?

G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service holds a 4.8-star rating across 19 Google reviews from local families and veterans.

What sets G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Service apart

Consolidation of multiple local funeral homes into one facility for streamlined service.
Extensive grief resources, including articles by Dr. Bill Webster, a recognized expert and Fellow in Thanatology.
Staff members fluent in Spanish to serve diverse linguistic needs.
Owner G. Thomas Gentile's deep community involvement, recognized as “Man of the Year” by Hackensack UNICO and “Distinguished Citizen of the Year” by the Hackensack Chamber of Commerce.
Pre-payment options for funeral arrangements designed to protect against inflation.

Military & veteran services offered

★Military Honors

Burial & cremation services

Burial

· Burial
· Graveside Service
· Interment

Cremation

· Cremation

On-site facilities

· Beautiful Surroundings

· Funeral Home

Affiliations & specializations

Industry affiliations

· NJPFTF
· NFDA

Specializations

· Ethnic Customs
· Religious Traditions

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish.

What families have said

Joseph and Vincent at Gentile provide patient guidance through funeral planning, checking in regularly to confirm family preferences. The service has been praised for handling unusual circumstances, including medical examiner coordination for cases without family.

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How honors are coordinated

Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.

For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.