Melvin J. Sliwinski Funeral Home

Veteran services at Melvin J. Sliwinski Funeral Home

Melvin J. Sliwinski Funeral Home in Depew, NY supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,115 for basic burial and $1,615 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorial service, direct cremation, direct burial, military honors, and memorial tree registry. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include chapel.

Published pricing at Melvin J. Sliwinski Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,295. That places direct cremation roughly 0% below the New York median ($2,300). 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 Western New York National Cemetery in NY, about 21 miles from Melvin J. Sliwinski 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 1,440 funeral homes in New York. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Melvin J. Sliwinski Funeral Home apart

• Offers quality cremation and funeral services at prices designed to be significantly more affordable than other area funeral homes, with families potentially saving hundreds or thousands of dollars.
• A multi-generational family business with roots tracing back to 1893, now operated by the fifth generation of the Newcomer family.
• Provides 24/7 availability for immediate needs and inquiries.
• Emphasizes comprehensive preplanning services, including an online planning tool and workshops, to ease future burdens on families.
• Offers unique memorial keepsakes such as jewelry urns, blown glass keepsakes, and thumbprint jewelry.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Catholic.

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.