Veteran services at Oliverie Funeral Home
Oliverie Funeral Home in Manchester, NJ supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,045 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.9 stars across 248 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, memorial service, direct cremation, and graveside services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Oliverie Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,175. That places direct cremation roughly 27% above the New Jersey median ($2,495). 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 Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery in NJ, about 16 miles from Oliverie 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.
Oliverie Funeral Home has a 4.9-star rating from 248 Google reviews.
We list about 647 funeral homes in New Jersey. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Oliverie Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,175. 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 Oliverie Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Oliverie Funeral Home is located at 2925 Ridgeway Road in Manchester, NJ. You can reach the home at (732) 657-4900. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Oliverie Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Oliverie Funeral Home provides cremation, burial, ash scattering, celebration of life, traditional funeral services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Oliverie Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Oliverie Funeral Home mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Oliverie Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
How do families rate Oliverie Funeral Home?
Oliverie Funeral Home holds a 4.9-star rating across 248 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Oliverie Funeral Home apart
- Life Celebration Funeral Home concept with on-site banquet facility, store, and café in Jackson, NJ
- Owners Geraldine Oliverie and Michael J. Hennicke live on premises for personalized care
- Geraldine Oliverie is a Certified Celebrant and was named 2020 American Funeral Director of the Year
- Specialization in Restorative Art by Michael J. Hennicke
- On-site catering available at both locations
- Offering of Resomation (Alkaline Hydrolysis) as an alternative cremation option
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Ash Scattering
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Funeral Ethics Association
- · NJ State Funeral Directors Association
- · Monmouth - Ocean Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Order of the Golden Rule
- · Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Life Celebration Home
- · Military Memorial Ceremonies
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
Branches of service mentioned
Oliverie Funeral Home's description of its services mentions these branches:
What families have said
Geri listens carefully to each family's needs, asking thoughtful questions to understand exactly what's wanted. May, Grace, and Elizabeth follow through with attentive service, handling every detail with dignity and care.
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.