Veteran services at Peaslee & Son, Inc.
Veteran families in Farmington, NH can turn to Peaslee & Son, Inc. for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,590 for basic burial and $2,590 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veteran services, cremation, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel and columbarium.
Published pricing at Peaslee & Son, Inc.: direct cremation from $2,495. That places direct cremation roughly 14% above the New Hampshire median ($2,195). 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 Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery in ME, about 15 miles from Peaslee & Son, 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 108 funeral homes in New Hampshire. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Peaslee & Son, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,495. 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 Peaslee & Son, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Peaslee & Son, Inc. is located at 24 Central St. in Farmington, NH. You can reach the home at (603) 755-3535. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Peaslee & Son, Inc. offer veteran families?
Peaslee & Son, Inc. provides pre-planning, veteran services, cremation, funeral ceremony, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Peaslee & Son, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Peaslee & Son, Inc. mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Peaslee & Son, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Peaslee & Son, Inc. apart
- Fourth-generation family ownership and operation, with multiple family members actively serving as licensed funeral directors.
- Christine E. Peaslee-Radcliffe's distinction as the first female president of the New Hampshire Funeral Directors Association and her over 40 years of experience.
- Extensive experience across the staff, including Kevin Radcliffe (over 45 years) and Carl E. Peaslee (over 20 years).
- Specialization in Veteran Services, offering guidance on benefits and arrangements.
- Provision of comprehensive grief support resources through the Griefwords Online Library and planning insights.
- Operating three distinct funeral home locations in Farmington, Alton, and Wakefield, New Hampshire.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · New Hampshire Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Academy of Funeral Service
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: 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.