Veteran services at Plis Funeral Home Inc
Plis Funeral Home Inc, located in Marcellus, 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 $4,350 for basic burial and $2,105 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial service, cremation service, and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Plis Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $2,105. That places direct cremation roughly 8% below 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 New York State Veterans Cemetery - Finger Lakes in NY, about 23 miles from Plis Funeral Home 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 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 Plis Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,105. 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 Plis Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Plis Funeral Home Inc is located at 33 North Street in Marcellus, NY. You can reach the home at (315) 673-2017. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Plis Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Plis Funeral Home Inc provides burial service, cremation service, preplanning, honoring veterans, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Plis Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Plis Funeral Home Inc 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 Plis Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Jewish families, among others.
What sets Plis Funeral Home Inc apart
- Family-operated business with deep local roots since 1973.
- Two convenient locations in Auburn and Marcellus, New York.
- Staff known for being knowledgeable, accommodating, and providing a personal touch, as evidenced by family testimonials.
- Assistance with non-traditional service requests and comprehensive support resources, including grief support and Social Security benefits guidance.
- Specialization in honoring veterans with dedicated services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Service
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · New York State Funeral Directors Association
- · 8th District Funeral Directors
- · Central New York Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Jewish.
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.