Veteran services at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, located in New Albany, IN, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapels, reception hall, and parking area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,445 for basic burial and $1,395 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, traditional burial, memorial keepsakes, and memorial tree registry. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapels.
Published pricing at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions: direct cremation from $1,395. That places direct cremation roughly 39% below the Indiana 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 Crown Hill National Cemetery Annex in IN, about 9 miles from Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. 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 779 funeral homes in Indiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,395. 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 Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions is located at 3309 Ballard Lane in New Albany, IN. You can reach the home at (317) 737-1545. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions offer veteran families?
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions provides cremation, funeral services, advance planning, preplanning, traditional burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Church of God in Christ, Baptist, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions apart
- Five-generation family ownership and operation, with roots tracing back to 1893.
- Explicit commitment to affordability, stating families save 'hundreds, even thousands of dollars' compared to other local funeral homes.
- Modern facility opened in 2014, featuring two spacious chapels, gathering rooms, and a hospitality room.
- Offers a comprehensive online planning tool and in-person preplanning workshops to help families make informed decisions without sales pressure.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Jewelry Urns
On-site facilities
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Church of God in Christ, Baptist, 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.