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Rochester Cremation

4044 West Henrietta Road · Rochester, NY 14623

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Veteran Services

From the home's own description

“Rochester Cremation provides comprehensive veteran services, including verifying benefits through the County Veteran Service Agency, requesting Presidential Memorial Certificates, securing burial flags, arranging military honors, and scheduling burial at National or private cemeteries, all at no additional cost. They assist with VA allowances, which can offer cash reimbursements up to $2000.00 for eligible veterans. Free burial benefits in a National Cemetery are available for honorably discharged veterans, their spouses, and dependent children, covering grave space, opening and closing, a cemetery marker, grave liners, and perpetual care.”

Veteran services at Rochester Cremation

Rochester Cremation in Rochester, NY supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,425 for basic burial and $1,225 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. It has a 5.0 rating from 188 reviews on Google.

The home lists these veteran-related services: simple cremation, cremation with graveside service, cremation with final goodbye, direct cremation, traditional burial, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include chapel.

Published pricing at Rochester Cremation: direct cremation from $1,285. That places direct cremation roughly 44% 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 Western New York National Cemetery in NY, about 38 miles from Rochester Cremation. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.

Rochester Cremation has a 5.0-star rating from 188 Google reviews.

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 Rochester Cremation cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,285. 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 Rochester Cremation located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Rochester Cremation is located at 4044 West Henrietta Road in Rochester, NY. You can reach the home at (585) 359-2300. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Rochester Cremation offer veteran families?

Rochester Cremation provides simple cremation, cremation with graveside service, cremation with final goodbye, direct cremation, traditional burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Rochester Cremation help veterans with VA burial benefits?

In its own description of its veteran services, Rochester Cremation mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.

How do families rate Rochester Cremation?

Rochester Cremation holds a 5.0-star rating across 188 Google reviews from local families and veterans.

What sets Rochester Cremation apart

  • Boutique locations that do not resemble traditional funeral homes
  • Transparent pricing for cremation services, starting at $1285.00 for Simple Cremation
  • Specialized assistance for veterans, including benefits application, military honors, and National Cemetery arrangements at no additional cost
  • On-site secure care center for deceased individuals
  • Preplanning options to secure wishes and avoid emotional overspending, with price-guaranteed contracts
  • Online obituary provided at no charge

Military and veteran services listed

★Memorial Service
★Veteran Benefits Assistance
★Veterans Administration Notification
★Military Honors
★Burial Flag
★Presidential Memorial Certificate

Burial and cremation services

Burial

  • · Traditional Burial
  • · Interment

Cremation

  • · Simple Cremation
  • · Cremation With Graveside Service
  • · Cremation With Final Goodbye
  • · Direct Cremation
  • · Urn Selection
  • · Scattering Ashes
  • · Keepsake Urns

On-site facilities

· Boutique Locations
· On-Site Secure Care Center
· Chapel
· Kitchen And Dining Area

Affiliations and specialties

Specialties

  • · Affordable Cremation
  • · Veteran Services
  • · Preplanning
  • · Consumer-Focused Approach

What families have said

Up to five Google reviews of Rochester Cremation, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.

“Rochester Cremation treated my family with the utmost compassion during our time of grief. Cory was incredibly helpful and compassionate while guiding us through the cremation process. He never rushed us in any decisions, while behind the scenes he was trying to get all arranged as soon as possible while family was still in town. Cory was able to arrange the cremation so our family was able to have a private viewing at the cemetery. We are truly grateful for the care that was taken by Cory and Rochester Cremation.”
Molly Stearns★★★★★4 months agoVet-related
“My wife's cancer took her from us in a rapid sequence of setbacks, late this March. What was expected to be hospice-at-home suddenly turned into a few short days at a local hospice facility. The hospice facility staff themselves recommended that I call Scott for our personal and financial circumstances, and it was just another piece of the wonderful treatment we received while in hospice. What I had expected to be a terrifying process became a brief 10 minute telephone call with Scott to set things up. Scott was kind, compassionate, and professional, as I had been told to expect. Ultimately, Andrew from the Henrietta location was the agent who I worked with, and he was outstanding. Sensitive to my own circumstance, he kept our process simple, respectful, and no-nonsense... precisely what was needed for our family. Our family's needs were very simple and straightforward, and I must point out that there was never any sensation of 'up-sell pressure'. Andrew answered every question kindly, and was a blessing to help me through this process. His service was courteous, professional, and thoughtful. There is absolutely zero doubt that, as I consider plans for my own future, I will definitely be reaching back out to Andrew for planning, etc. I certainly recommend to anyone that they contact Scott & Pamela's team at Rochester Cremation, and especially Andrew. After making it through these past few weeks, I am grateful that they made the process simple, respectfully, and financially manageable!”
Dave Blythe★★★★★3 years agoVet-related
“I cannot express the amazing service that Rochester Cremation in Henrietta provided when my husband John passed away in February of this year. They were there for anything I needed and helped me with things I did not realize I could have done to remember John with military pride and comfort for myself. The merchandise they offer are both low cost and quality craftsmanship”
Rhonda Englert★★★★★5 years agoVet-related
“My mother recently passed away, and I was referred to Rochester Cremation by the folks at Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center. I cannot stress enough just how patient, compassionate, and helpful Corey was throughout this entire process. If you're reading reviews trying to figure out the right place to call for a loved one --> Contact Rochester Cremation and ask for Corey. I promise you won't regret this decision.”
Luke Kane★★★★★a month ago
“I would highly recommend Rochester Cremation. End of life planning for a loved one is stressful and difficult. Corey was compassionate, patient and very helpful throughout the process. Thank you again!”
John Saxby★★★★★7 months ago

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.