Veteran services at Lesko Funeral Home
Lesko Funeral Home in Fairfield, CT supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $5,500 for basic burial and $1,495 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Calverton National Cemetery in NY, about 27 miles from Lesko 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 304 funeral homes in Connecticut. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lesko Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Lesko Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (203) 256-8988 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Lesko Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Lesko Funeral Home is located at 1209 Post Road in Fairfield, CT. You can reach the home at (203) 256-8988. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Lesko Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Lesko Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Lesko Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Congregational, Presbyterian, Christian (General) families, among others.
What sets Lesko Funeral Home apart
- Five-generation family ownership with over 128 years of service.
- Modern, 11,000 square foot ADA accessible facility with flexible chapels, ample parking, children's playroom, and bluestone patio/garden.
- Offers personalized 'life celebrations' in addition to traditional religious and military services.
- Provides complimentary DVD Remembrance Videos.
- Extensive resources and guidance for Veterans Benefits.
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Congregational, Presbyterian, Christian (General). Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.