Veteran services at George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury
George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury, located in West Roxbury, MA, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include large parking area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,495 for basic burial and $1,745 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, cemetery contact, crematory contact, military organization contact, and memorial folders. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury: direct cremation from $1,745. That places direct cremation roughly 35% below the Massachusetts median ($2,677). 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 Massachusetts National Cemetery in MA, about 51 miles from George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury. 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 579 funeral homes in Massachusetts. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,745. 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 George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury is located at 2000 Centre St. in West Roxbury, MA. You can reach the home at (617) 325-2000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury offer veteran families?
George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury provides funeral pre-planning, burial, cremation, funeral merchandise selection, transfer of deceased, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, All faiths and backgrounds families, among others.
What sets George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1937, spanning multiple generations of the Doherty family.
- The Wellesley location is housed in a historic building over 200 years old, carefully remodeled to blend historical charm with modern accessibility.
- All facilities feature elegant interiors with oriental rugs, antique furniture, working fireplaces, and peaceful background music, creating a distinctive and comforting ambiance.
- Comprehensive online resources, including detailed guides for Catholic funeral planning, veteran benefits, and grief recovery information.
- Active involvement and affiliations with numerous local community organizations in Wellesley, Dedham, and Needham.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Burial Vault Selection
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Crematory Contact
- · Cash Advances
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Dedham Cemetery Advisory Committee
- · Dedham Rotary Club
- · The Society in Dedham for Apprehending Horse Thieves
- · B.P.O. Boston Lodge of Elks
- · Italo-American Educational Club of Wellesley
- · The Irish Cultural Centre of New England
Specialties
- · Military Funeral Honors
- · Catholic Funeral Mass Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, All faiths and backgrounds. 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.