Veteran services at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory
For veterans in New Castle, DE, Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,705 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: meaningful memorial ceremonies, cremation services, green burials, and living memorial tree planting program. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory: direct cremation from $3,705. That places direct cremation roughly 48% above the Delaware median ($2,497). 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 Finn's Point National Cemetery in NJ, about 3 miles from Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory. 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 68 funeral homes in Delaware. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,705. 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 Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory is located at 1000 North Dupont Parkway in New Castle, DE. You can reach the home at (302) 328-2213. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory offer veteran families?
Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory provides meaningful memorial ceremonies, cremation services, livestreaming services, video recording services, green burials, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Episcopal, General Christian families, among others.
What sets Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory apart
- Dedicated professional grief specialist for post-service care
- Antique horse-drawn hearse, built in the 1840s and fully restored, maintained by the owner's family
- Green burial certification received in 2012
- Recipient of the NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Award every year since 2015
- First Delaware funeral home inducted into the NFDA Hall of Excellence (2024)
- Offers a Living Memorial Tree Planting Program
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Green Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Dedicated Professional Grief Specialist
- · Green Burial Certification
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Episcopal, General Christian. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.