Veteran services at Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service
For veterans in Putnam, CT, Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and veterans cemetery burial. Published pricing lists $7,800 for basic burial and $3,525 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veteran services and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service: direct cremation from $3,525. That places direct cremation roughly 13% above the Connecticut median ($3,106). 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 Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery in RI, about 32 miles from Gilman Funeral and Cremation 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 304 funeral homes in Connecticut. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,525. 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 Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service is located at 104 Church St. in Putnam, CT. You can reach the home at (860) 928-7723. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service offer veteran families?
Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service provides service options, personalization, veteran services, cremation, funerals, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service mentions flag presentation and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Methodist, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service apart
- Operation of Windham County's first and only crematory, The Park Tribute Center.
- Provision of Certified Funeral Celebrant Services for personalized ceremonies.
- Availability of Death Doula Services to offer comprehensive end-of-life support.
- Multi-generational funeral director ownership and extensive local community involvement by staff.
- Specialized expertise in veteran services, including a staff member with experience at Dover Port Mortuary.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Cremation Society
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Funeral Celebrant Services
- · Death Doula Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Methodist, Baptist.
Branches of service mentioned
Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.