Veteran services at Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes
Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes serves veteran families in Monroe, NY with military funeral planning. In their own words: "The funeral home provides a dedicated 'Veterans Information' resource page on its website, offering guidance and support for veterans' funeral arrangements and benefits." Published pricing lists $5,840 for basic burial and $3,715 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. A smaller but favorable set of 9 reviews averages 5.0 stars.
Veteran-related services offered include burial services, cremation services, and memorials. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
Published pricing at Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $3,715. That places direct cremation roughly 62% above the New York median ($2,300). 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 St. Albans National Cemetery in NY, approximately 49 miles from Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes. Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
New York has approximately 1,440 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,715. 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 Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes is located at 117 Maple Ave. in Monroe, NY. You can reach the home at (845) 782-8185. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes provides burial services, cremation services, entombment, memorials, pre-need options, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
The funeral home provides a dedicated 'Veterans Information' resource page on its website, offering guidance and support for veterans' funeral arrangements and benefits.
Which faith traditions does Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths, Non-Denominational, Catholic, Christian (various denominations), Hinduism families, among others.
How do families rate Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes?
Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes holds a 5.0-star rating across 9 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes apart
- Orange County's oldest family-owned and operated funeral home, established in 1835.
- Operates two distinct facilities in Monroe and Highland Mills, New York.
- Provides comprehensive services including burial, cremation, entombment, memorials, and monument sales.
- Offers extensive online resources for funeral planning, eulogies, obituaries, grief support, and veterans' information.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Sacred Heart Church in Monroe
- · The Woodbury Community Association
- · The Woodbury Field & Stream Club
- · Port Jervis Elks Lodge #645
Specializations
- · Non-Denominational Funeral Provider
- · Serve All Faiths
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: All Faiths, Non-Denominational, Catholic, Christian (various denominations), Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism (Orthodox and other sects). Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Funeral Homes. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“I am so grateful to Smith Seaman & Quackenbush. During this pandemic, I could not find a funeral home that would pick up my mother in Queens. We were lucky to be refered to Colin. He was very helpful and walked me through the process. The funeral home had a beautiful intimate service for my mother during these difficult times. I have nothing but the most sincere gratitude for their assistance during a difficult time in my life.”
“Tommy and Colin run an outstanding company providing an excellent service all around. Their care, thoughtfulness and support well beyond the traditions of preparing loved ones through to burial sets them apart. Highly recommend this company.”
“The best experience at one of the worst times of my life. Colin did everything and made a stressful confusing time easy. How he makes everything fall into place is amazing. The clergy he provided was wonderful and perfect. Tim was there for me and my family from beginning to end the day of the funeral. I also have to add how Tim went above and beyond when I discovered my heel on my shoe had broken. He fixed it for me!!! WOW . Thanks to all at Smith, Seaman and Quackenbush for being so wonderful. Its truly appreciated.”
“We went to Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc for prearrangements. Colin and his team are knowledgeable, detailed and ready to answer all of our questions big and small. All the what ifs were answered! We appreciate and are very happy with Smith Seaman & Quackenbush Inc. Thank You again and again!”
“Great people who can take care of families at their darkest hours. Well maintained and friendly people working here.”
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.