Veteran services at The Fortin Group
For veterans in Auburn, ME, The Fortin Group coordinates military honors and burial benefits. Staff help families secure VA burial benefits, request military honors, and coordinate with national or state veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include flexible chapel space, large-capacity chapel (up to 250), and large reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,875 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, burial, veterans planning, and memorial keepsakes. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include flexible chapel space, large-capacity chapel (up to 250), and gardens.
Published pricing at The Fortin Group: direct cremation from $4,265. That places direct cremation roughly 81% above the Maine median ($2,350). 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 Central Maine Veterans Cemetery - Mt. Vernon Rd in ME, about 26 miles from The Fortin Group. 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 133 funeral homes in Maine. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at The Fortin Group cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,265. 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 The Fortin Group located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
The Fortin Group is located at 217 Turner Street in Auburn, ME. You can reach the home at (207) 783-8545. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does The Fortin Group offer veteran families?
The Fortin Group provides funeral services, cremation services, celebration of life, pre-planning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does The Fortin Group help veterans with VA burial benefits?
The Fortin Group assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does The Fortin Group accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival families, among others.
What sets The Fortin Group apart
- 100% service guarantee as part of the Dignity Memorial network.
- Specialization in a wide array of religious and cultural traditions, including Catholic, Asian, Buddhist, Hispanic, Hindu, Muslim, Christian, and Jewish funeral customs, as well as observances like Qingming Festival, Chung Yeung Festival, and Día de los Muertos.
- On-site catering room and staging kitchen for receptions and gatherings.
- Large-capacity chapel accommodating up to 250 guests.
- Assistance with practical administrative tasks such as time-sensitive travel arrangements, death certificate filing, permit securing, death insurance claims, and Social Security survivors benefits information.
- 24-hour Compassion Helpline for grief support.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Ritual Washing
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · French/Français
- · Catholic Funeral Traditions
- · Veterans Planning
- · Asian Funeral Traditions
- · Buddhist Funeral Traditions
- · Hispanic Funeral Traditions
- · Qingming Festival
- · Hindu Funeral Traditions
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival, Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Jewish, Black Funeral Traditions, Chung Yeung Festival, Día de los Muertos. Languages spoken at the home: French/Français.
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.