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Gallagher Funeral Service

8804 43rd Ave. · Elmhurst, NY 11373

Call (718) 424-4000

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Veteran Services

From the home's own description

“Gerard J. Neufeld, Inc. provides comprehensive support for veterans' services, including arranging Military Funeral Honors (MFH). These honors typically consist of the folding and presentation of the United States flag to the veteran's family and the playing of Taps, performed by at least two members of the Armed Forces. Eligibility extends to active duty members, Selected Reserve members, and former military members with honorable discharges. The funeral home assists families in establishing eligibility, primarily through the DD Form 214, and can help obtain necessary documentation from the National Personnel Records Center. They also clarify eligibility for members of the Commissioned Officer Corps of the Public Health Service (PHS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).”

Veteran services at Gallagher Funeral Service

Gallagher Funeral Service serves veteran families in Elmhurst, NY with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,200 for basic burial and $1,808 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, burial, cremation, veterans services, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include chapel.

Published pricing at Gallagher Funeral Service: direct cremation from $1,400. That places direct cremation roughly 39% below the New York median ($2,300). 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 St. Albans National Cemetery in NY, about 7 miles from Gallagher Funeral Service. 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 1,440 funeral homes in New York. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Gallagher Funeral Service cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,400. 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 Gallagher Funeral Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Gallagher Funeral Service is located at 8804 43rd Ave. in Elmhurst, NY. You can reach the home at (718) 424-4000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Gallagher Funeral Service offer veteran families?

Gallagher Funeral Service provides funeral service, memorial service, burial, cremation, pre-arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Gallagher Funeral Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?

In its own description of its veteran services, Gallagher Funeral Service mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.

Which faith traditions does Gallagher Funeral Service accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Roman Catholic, All Faiths (accommodated via partner cemeteries/crematories) families, among others.

What sets Gallagher Funeral Service apart

  • Personalized service approach, guiding families through decisions for a lasting tribute.
  • Extensive online resources, including a detailed FAQ section addressing common concerns about funeral planning, costs, and etiquette.
  • Dedicated 'Veterans Overview' section providing specific information on military funeral honors and eligibility.
  • Year-long daily grief support messages available via email, in addition to links to external grief resources.
  • Offers live-streamed visitation and funeral mass events for some services, as seen in recent obituaries.

Military and veteran services listed

★Memorial Service
★Veterans Services

Burial and cremation services

Burial

  • · Burial
  • · Graveside Service

Cremation

  • · Cremation

On-site facilities

· Funeral Home
· Chapel
· Viewing Rooms

Affiliations and specialties

Specialties

  • · Veterans Services

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Roman Catholic, All Faiths (accommodated via partner cemeteries/crematories). Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, Chinese.

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.