Veteran services at McGaffigan Funeral Home
Veteran families in Pepperell, MA can turn to McGaffigan Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include ample off-street parking and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorial service, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Massachusetts State Veterans Cemetery - Winchendon in MA, about 21 miles from McGaffigan 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 579 funeral homes in Massachusetts. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does McGaffigan Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
McGaffigan Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (978) 433-2100 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is McGaffigan Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
McGaffigan Funeral Home is located at 37 Main Street in Pepperell, MA. You can reach the home at (978) 433-2100. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does McGaffigan Funeral Home offer veteran families?
McGaffigan Funeral Home provides traditional funeral service, cremation, memorial service, graveside service, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does McGaffigan Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, McGaffigan Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does McGaffigan Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Catholic, Baptist, Christian families, among others.
What sets McGaffigan Funeral Home apart
- Independently owned and operated by the McGaffigan family, with multi-generational involvement (Jack Jr., Michael, Erin).
- Operates out of the historic Parker J. Kemp House (circa 1860), offering a unique and renovated facility.
- Michael D. McGaffigan's participation in the Northeast Funeral Service Partnership Leadership Program (2024) and the National Funeral Directors Association’s Emerging Leaders Program (2025).
- Offers customized funeral and cremation services tailored to individual personal, spiritual, and cultural preferences.
- Provides comprehensive assistance with all aspects of funeral planning, including administrative tasks, coordination, and grief support.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association
- · Pepperell Lions Club
- · Ancient Order of Hibernians
- · DKE International
- · Pepperell Business Association
- · Northeast Funeral Service Partnership Leadership Program
- · National Funeral Directors Association’s Emerging Leaders Program
- · Groton Electric Light Commissioner
Specialties
- · Cremation services
- · Burial services
- · Veteran services
- · Personalization of services
- · Green burial options
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Catholic, Baptist, Christian.
Branches of service mentioned
McGaffigan Funeral Home's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.