Veteran services at John E Day Funeral Home
For veterans in Red Bank, NJ, John E Day Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapels and parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,905 for basic burial and $4,240 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorialization options, veteran services, and burial services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapels.
Published pricing at John E Day Funeral Home: direct cremation from $4,240. That places direct cremation roughly 70% above the New Jersey median ($2,495). 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 28 miles from John E Day Funeral Home. 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 647 funeral homes in New Jersey. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at John E Day Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,240. 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 John E Day Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
John E Day Funeral Home is located at 85 Riverside Avenue in Red Bank, NJ. You can reach the home at (732) 747-0332. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does John E Day Funeral Home offer veteran families?
John E Day Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, memorialization options, immediate need assistance, pre-planning services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does John E Day Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, John E Day Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does John E Day Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Jewish families, among others.
What sets John E Day Funeral Home apart
- Multi-generational family ownership and operation since 1932, with the Sidun family continuing the legacy.
- Dedicated Family Center at 33 Allen Place for private at-need and pre-need funeral conferencing, separate from the main funeral home.
- Affiliation with Carriage Services, a company focused on personal and meaningful tributes.
- Offering live stream services for funerals, providing remote access and recorded tributes for families and friends.
- Specialization in pre-planning funeral services, with dedicated staff like Sheri L. Sidun.
- Provision of veteran funeral services, honoring military service members.
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian, 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.