Veteran services at Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury
Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury, located in Southbury, CT, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,545 for basic burial and $3,658 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, veteran services, graveside service, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury: direct cremation from $3,658. That places direct cremation roughly 18% above the Connecticut median ($3,106). 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 Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery in CT, about 31 miles from Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury. 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
What does a funeral at Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,658. 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 Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury is located at 235 Main St. N in Southbury, CT. You can reach the home at (203) 263-2146. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury offer veteran families?
Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury provides burial services, cremation services, personal services, veteran services, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, Episcopal, United Church of Christ families, among others.
What sets Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury apart
- On-site crematory (Stone Family Cremation Services, Inc.) ensuring loved ones remain in their care.
- Emotional support dog, Van Gogh, providing comfort to families.
- Multi-generational family ownership and operation, with Lissa Lovetere-Stone as a third-generation licensed funeral director.
- Specialized assistance with Veterans Benefits, including a staff member who served in the Army National Guard and is a member of the American Legion.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Connecticut Funeral Directors Association
- · Emil Senger Post 10, American Legion in Seymour
- · Woodbury Ct Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Grief Support
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran, Episcopal, United Church of Christ. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
Munson-Lovetere Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Southbury'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.