Veteran services at J.A. Healy Sons
J.A. Healy Sons serves veteran families in Westford, MA with military funeral planning. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veteran services, and online memorials. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Massachusetts State Veterans Cemetery - Winchendon in MA, about 28 miles from J.A. Healy Sons. 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
Does J.A. Healy Sons publish funeral prices?
J.A. Healy Sons has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (978) 692-6502 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is J.A. Healy Sons located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
J.A. Healy Sons is located at 57 North Main St. in Westford, MA. You can reach the home at (978) 692-6502. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does J.A. Healy Sons offer veteran families?
J.A. Healy Sons provides immediate need services, traditional services, cremation services, personalization services, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does J.A. Healy Sons help veterans with VA burial benefits?
J.A. Healy Sons 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 J.A. Healy Sons accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Methodist families, among others.
What sets J.A. Healy Sons apart
- The "Celebration of Life Program" which focuses on co-creating unique tributes using photographs and personal memorabilia to honor the entire path of a loved one's life.
- The "Family Guide" tool, designed to help families organize and share comprehensive details about their loved one's characteristics, personality traits, hobbies, and interests for personalized services.
- Offering a year of free daily grief support emails to families, providing ongoing comfort and strength during the grieving process.
- Livestreaming capabilities for services, allowing remote attendance for family and friends regardless of their location.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Society of Catholic Laymen
- · D’Youville Manor Men’s Guild
- · St. Vincent de Paul Society-St. Francis Conference
- · Washington Savings Bank
- · Knights of Columbus Council 4225
- · Ancient Order of Hibernians
- · St. Vincent de Paul-St. Michael Conference
- · United Methodist Church in Westford
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Personalization
- · Celebration of Life
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Methodist.
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.