Veteran services at John-Lawrence Funeral Home
John-Lawrence Funeral Home in Marstons Mills, MA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Chapman Funerals & Cremations provides specialized services for veterans." On-site amenities include john lawrence memorial chapel, prophett memorial chapel, and blute memorial chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,495 for basic burial and $1,490 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, veteran services, and burials. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include john lawrence memorial chapel, prophett memorial chapel, and blute memorial chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at John-Lawrence Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,795. That places direct cremation roughly 4% above the Massachusetts median ($2,677). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Massachusetts National Cemetery in MA, approximately 8 miles from John-Lawrence Funeral Home. John-Lawrence Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Massachusetts has approximately 579 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. John-Lawrence Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at John-Lawrence Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,795. 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-Lawrence Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
John-Lawrence Funeral Home is located at 3778 Falmouth Rd. in Marstons Mills, MA. You can reach the home at (508) 428-5704. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does John-Lawrence Funeral Home offer veteran families?
John-Lawrence Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, veteran services, preplanning services, life celebrations, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does John-Lawrence Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Chapman Funerals & Cremations provides specialized services for veterans.
What sets John-Lawrence Funeral Home apart
- John Lawrence Memorial Chapel on-site
- Recently-renovated facility with beautifully appointed rooms
- Visitation rooms designed for a welcoming atmosphere
- Complete handicap accessibility
- Personalized funeral services at various price ranges
- Insightful estate advice
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Caskets And Urns
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Selected Independent Funeral Homes
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
- · Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association (MFDA)
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.