Veteran services at Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home
Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home serves veteran families in Augusta, ME with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $6,595 for basic burial and $2,695 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial services, and veterans benefits. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include craftsman style gardens.
Published pricing at Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,695. That places direct cremation roughly 15% above the Maine median ($2,350). 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 Central Maine Veterans Cemetery - Civic Center Dr in ME, about 2 miles from Knowlton & Hewins 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 133 funeral homes in Maine. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,695. 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 Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home is located at 1 Church St. in Augusta, ME. You can reach the home at (207) 623-8722. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home provides cremation, funeral service, pre-planning, burial services, veterans benefits, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Episcopal, Baptist, Congregational families, among others.
What sets Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home apart
- Established in 1822, making it one of the oldest funeral businesses in Maine.
- The Augusta location was the first building in Maine specifically constructed as a funeral home (1922).
- Represents six generations of family involvement in funeral service through the Roberts family.
- Offers extensive digital services including live streaming of services, digital obituary pages, 'Forever Photos,' and 'Collaborate Planning' for arrangements.
- Provides green burial options.
- Partners with The Arbor Day Foundation to plant memorial trees in honor of loved ones.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Maine Funeral Directors Association
- · Maine Cemetery Association
Specialties
- · Veterans Benefits
- · Grief Support
- · Helping Children Cope with Loss
- · Pre-Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Episcopal, Baptist, Congregational.
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.