Veteran services at The McDonough Funeral Home
The McDonough Funeral Home in Lowell, MA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, reception lounge, and parking area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,695 for basic burial and $3,620 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation and burial arrangements. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at The McDonough Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,620. That places direct cremation roughly 35% above the Massachusetts median ($2,677). 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 Massachusetts State Veterans Cemetery - Winchendon in MA, about 36 miles from The McDonough 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 579 funeral homes in Massachusetts. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at The McDonough Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,620. 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 McDonough Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
The McDonough Funeral Home is located at 14 Highland St. in Lowell, MA. You can reach the home at (978) 458-6816. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does The McDonough Funeral Home offer veteran families?
The McDonough Funeral Home provides funeral planning, cremation, burial arrangements, pet loss, bereavement support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does The McDonough Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, The McDonough Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does The McDonough Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets The McDonough Funeral Home apart
- Five generations of continuous family operation since 1885.
- Established as Lowell's first Catholic home-style funeral home in 1923.
- Early adoption of telephone services, making their phone available for community emergencies.
- Leadership in integrating technology into funeral services, recognized by Time Digital magazine.
- Advocacy for fair wages and hour protection for funeral home employees.
- Commitment to community service and assisting families regardless of financial ability.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Arrangements
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Lowell Telecommunications
- · East End Club
- · Lowell Lodge of Elks B.P.O.E 87
- · Lowell Plan
- · 100 Club of Massachusetts
- · Funeral Service Professional Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Catholic Funeral Home
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: 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.