Veteran services at Lee-Ellena Funeral Home
Lee-Ellena Funeral Home in Macomb, MI supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include traditional chapel and modern chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,250 for basic burial and $1,650 for direct cremation. The non-declinable service fee is $1,230. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include traditional chapel and modern chapel.
Published pricing at Lee-Ellena Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,795. That places direct cremation roughly 27% above the Michigan median ($2,200). 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 Great Lakes National Cemetery in MI, about 38 miles from Lee-Ellena 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 836 funeral homes in Michigan. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Lee-Ellena 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 Lee-Ellena Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Lee-Ellena Funeral Home is located at 46530 Romeo Plank Road in Macomb, MI. You can reach the home at (586) 412-8999. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Lee-Ellena Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Lee-Ellena Funeral Home provides funeral service, cremation, burial, memorial service, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Lee-Ellena Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Lee-Ellena 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 Lee-Ellena Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, Christian families, among others.
What sets Lee-Ellena Funeral Home apart
- Building designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright
- Two distinct chapels: one traditional and one modern
- Children's playroom available on-site
- Large outdoor patios for gatherings
- Elegant hospitality suite for family and friends
- Emphasis on personalized life celebrations
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Grief Support
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran, Christian.
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.