Veteran services at Roslyn Heights Funeral Home
Roslyn Heights Funeral Home, located in Roslyn Heights, NY, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include funeral chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,895 for basic burial and $2,876 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, personalized memorial services, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include funeral chapels.
Published pricing at Roslyn Heights Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,876 and basic burial from $3,880. That places direct cremation roughly 25% 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 9 miles from Roslyn Heights 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 Roslyn Heights Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,876, basic burial starts at $3,880. 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 Roslyn Heights Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Roslyn Heights Funeral Home is located at 75 Mineola Avenue in Roslyn Heights, NY. You can reach the home at (516) 621-4545. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Roslyn Heights Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Roslyn Heights Funeral Home provides traditional funerals, cremation, burial, preplanning, aftercare service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Roslyn Heights Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Roslyn Heights Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Roslyn Heights Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths, Greek Orthodox, Jewish, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Roslyn Heights Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1941, spanning over 80 years of service.
- Licensed Funeral Director Joseph M. Velotti possesses over 34 years of experience and is actively involved in numerous local civic organizations.
- Newly renovated facilities provide a modern and comfortable setting for services.
- Offers online grief support resources, including interactive videos and a 365-day email series for ongoing assistance.
- Provides 'concierge-like service' with a focus on personalized attention and detail.
- Maintains a high customer satisfaction rating of 4.99 out of 5 based on 305 Google reviews.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · New York State Funeral Directors Association
- · Roslyn Chamber of Commerce
- · Roslyn Rotary
- · Williston Park Chamber of Commerce
- · Kiwanis
- · John Michael Marino Lodge #1389 Sons & Daughters of Italy
- · Exempt Member of Roslyn Fire Dept.
Specialties
- · Serving Families Of All Faiths
- · Serving All Religious Faiths
- · Serving All Ethnic Groups
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths, Greek Orthodox, Jewish, 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.