Veteran services at Mevec Funeral Home, Inc
Mevec Funeral Home, Inc in Ballston Spa, NY supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and veterans cemetery burial. Published pricing lists $3,995 for basic burial and $2,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, and military service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in NY, about 12 miles from Mevec Funeral Home, Inc. 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
Does Mevec Funeral Home, Inc publish funeral prices?
Mevec Funeral Home, Inc has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (518) 885-7110 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Mevec Funeral Home, Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Mevec Funeral Home, Inc is located at 224 Milton Avenue in Ballston Spa, NY. You can reach the home at (518) 885-7110. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Mevec Funeral Home, Inc offer veteran families?
Mevec Funeral Home, Inc provides pre-planning, burial services, cremation services, funeral service options, life celebration, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Mevec Funeral Home, Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Mevec Funeral Home, Inc mentions flag presentation and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Mevec Funeral Home, Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, Christian (general) families, among others.
What sets Mevec Funeral Home, Inc apart
- Family-owned and operated by the Mevec family since 1971, with roots in the Ballston Spa location dating back to 1901.
- Operates two distinct facilities: Mevec Funeral Home in Ballston Spa and Wilton Funeral Home Inc. in Wilton, New York.
- Specializes in pre-planning services, including guidance for Medicaid, SSI, and estate planning, navigating New York State regulations.
- Staff members are actively involved in local community and religious organizations, including the Knights of Columbus, Ballston Spa Elks, Catholic Daughters of America, St. Mary's Church, and St. Therese Chapel.
- Provides extensive online resources covering cremation services, burial options, legal advice post-death, and grief support.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · New York State Funeral Directors Association
- · Knights of Columbus
- · Ballston Spa Elks
- · Catholic Daughters of America
- · Elks Ladies Auxiliary
Specialties
- · Pre-Planning
- · Pre-Funding
- · Estate Planning
- · Medicaid Assistance
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran, 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.