Veteran services at Howard K Hill Funeral Services
Howard K Hill Funeral Services serves veteran families in New Haven, CT with military funeral planning. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,580 for basic burial and $3,330 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial services, veterans services, graveside service, memorial service, and immediate burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Howard K Hill Funeral Services: direct cremation from $3,130. That places direct cremation roughly 1% 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 Massachusetts State Veterans Cemetery - Agawam in MA, about 17 miles from Howard K Hill Funeral Services. 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 Howard K Hill Funeral Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,130. 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 Howard K Hill Funeral Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Howard K Hill Funeral Services is located at 1287 Chapel Street in New Haven, CT. You can reach the home at (203) 624-4477. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Howard K Hill Funeral Services offer veteran families?
Howard K Hill Funeral Services provides cremation, funeral services, burial services, veterans services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Howard K Hill Funeral Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Howard K Hill Funeral Services assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Howard K Hill Funeral Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian denominations, Jewish families, among others.
What sets Howard K Hill Funeral Services apart
- Three distinct locations in New Haven, Hartford, and Bloomfield, Connecticut.
- Proprietary "Aria" brand offering elevated service with practical assistance like house cleaning, legal advice, and travel arrangements.
- "Zola" program providing group grief counseling sessions facilitated by licensed psychologists.
- The Prosperity Foundation (formerly Aria Urban Prosperity Fund) focused on financial literacy training and community development in underserved communities.
- Expertise in Medical/Title 19 and Funeral Trusts for pre-planning.
- Utilization of an AI Obituary Writer and comprehensive concierge services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Service
- · Immediate Burial
- · Interment
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Prosperity Foundation
- · Black Business Alliance
- · Hartford Renaissance District
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
- · Connecticut Funeral Directors Association (CFDA)
- · National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association (NFD&MA)
- · National Association of Realtors (NAR)
- · Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Pre-Planning
- · Grief Counseling
- · Financial Literacy Training
- · AI Obituary Writer
- · Concierge Services
- · Medical/Title 19 and Funeral Trusts
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian denominations, Jewish.
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.