Veteran services at Mulhane Home for Funerals
Mulhane Home for Funerals, located in Millbury, MA, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,100 for basic burial and $2,795 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Mulhane Home for Funerals: direct cremation from $2,795. That places direct cremation roughly 4% above the Massachusetts median ($2,677). 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 Massachusetts State Veterans Cemetery - Winchendon in MA, about 36 miles from Mulhane Home for Funerals. 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
What does a funeral at Mulhane Home for Funerals 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 Mulhane Home for Funerals located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Mulhane Home for Funerals is located at 45 Main Street in Millbury, MA. You can reach the home at (508) 865-2560. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Mulhane Home for Funerals offer veteran families?
Mulhane Home for Funerals provides traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Mulhane Home for Funerals help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Mulhane Home for Funerals mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Mulhane Home for Funerals accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Pentecostal Christian families, among others.
What sets Mulhane Home for Funerals apart
- Five generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1872, providing over 140 years of service in Millbury.
- Emphasis on highly personalized tributes, including custom video tributes, personalized guest books, photo albums, memory boxes, canvas prints, and memorial candles.
- Provision of temporary grave markers, a specific detail mentioned by grateful families.
- Active involvement and strong affiliations with local veteran organizations, reflecting a deep commitment to military families.
- A stated philosophy of creating a "home" atmosphere rather than a "funeral home" to enhance comfort for grieving families.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Pentecostal 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.