Veteran services at Perry Funeral Home
Perry Funeral Home, located in Lynbrook, NY, assists those who served and their families. Staff help families secure VA burial benefits, request military honors, and coordinate with national or state veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists $4,990 for basic burial and $2,923 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Perry Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,923. That places direct cremation roughly 27% above the New York 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 St. Albans National Cemetery in NY, about 6 miles from Perry 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.
We list about 1,440 funeral homes in New York. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Perry Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,923. 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 Perry Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Perry Funeral Home is located at 118 Union Ave. in Lynbrook, NY. You can reach the home at (516) 593-1111. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Perry Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Perry Funeral Home provides burial, cremation, funeral, honoring veterans, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Perry Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Perry Funeral Home assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Perry Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Roman Catholic, Congregational, Lutheran families, among others.
What sets Perry Funeral Home apart
- Established in 1825, demonstrating nearly two centuries of continuous operation in Lynbrook, NY.
- Offers online pre-planning services and a comprehensive pre-planning checklist.
- Provides extensive grief support resources, including Griefwords, FAQs, and etiquette tips.
- Facilitates crowdfunding for funeral services directly through their website with reduced fees.
- Works with multiple lenders to offer competitive financing options for funeral expenses, with no credit impact for viewing offers.
- Accepts diverse online payment methods, including eChecks and major credit cards.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Roman Catholic, Congregational, Lutheran.
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.