Veteran services at Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory
Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory serves veteran families in East Providence, RI with military funeral planning. In their own words: "Rebello Funeral Home assists families with Military Funeral Honors, including flag presentation and Taps. They also provide guidance on obtaining burial flags and government-furnished headstones or markers for eligible veterans." Published pricing lists $6,095 for basic burial and $2,900 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Published pricing at Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory: direct cremation from $2,900. That places direct cremation roughly 14% above the Rhode Island median ($2,550). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery in RI, approximately 21 miles from Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory. Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Rhode Island has approximately 91 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,900. 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 Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory is located at 901 Broadway in East Providence, RI. You can reach the home at (401) 434-7744. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory starts at $2,900. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Rebello Funeral Home assists families with Military Funeral Honors, including flag presentation and Taps. They also provide guidance on obtaining burial flags and government-furnished headstones or markers for eligible veterans.
Which faith traditions does Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Christian (General) families, among others.
What sets Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory apart
- Nationally recognized with six NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Awards, including the first in Rhode Island.
- Owns and operates an onsite crematory, ensuring continuous care by their staff.
- Long-standing history since 1924, serving diverse communities in East Providence and surrounding areas.
- Comprehensive veteran services, including Military Funeral Honors, burial flags, and headstone assistance.
- Emphasis on personalized ceremonies and accommodating diverse cultural and religious traditions.
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic, Christian (General).
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.