Veteran services at VanInwegen-Kenny Inc
Veteran families in Monticello, NY can turn to VanInwegen-Kenny Inc for honors and benefit coordination. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists $5,195 for basic burial and $2,300 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 5.0 stars across 6 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, military service, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at VanInwegen-Kenny Inc: direct cremation from $2,300. That places direct cremation roughly 0% 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 72 miles from VanInwegen-Kenny Inc. 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 VanInwegen-Kenny Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,300. 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 VanInwegen-Kenny Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
VanInwegen-Kenny Inc is located at 401 Broadway in Monticello, NY. You can reach the home at (845) 794-4141. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does VanInwegen-Kenny Inc offer veteran families?
VanInwegen-Kenny Inc provides burial services, cremation services, pre-need options, immediate need, funeral planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does VanInwegen-Kenny Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
VanInwegen-Kenny Inc 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 VanInwegen-Kenny Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths, Catholic, Christian (various denominations), Hinduism, Jainism families, among others.
How do families rate VanInwegen-Kenny Inc?
VanInwegen-Kenny Inc holds a 5.0-star rating across 6 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets VanInwegen-Kenny Inc apart
- Multi-generational family ownership and operation, tracing back to cabinetmaking in the 1800s and formally established in 1927.
- Two distinct physical locations in Monticello, NY, and Wurtsboro, NY, serving a broader geographic area.
- Extensive range of services catering to diverse needs, including burial, cremation, entombment, and out-of-town transfers.
- Ability to accommodate various service types, from traditional and private funerals to religious, fraternal, military, and humanist ceremonies.
- Detailed guidance on burial options, including different cemetery types (monumental, lawn, mausoleum, columbarium, natural) and cremation practices across multiple faiths.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Serving Families Of All Faiths
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths, Catholic, Christian (various denominations), Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Islam, Orthodox Judaism, Other Jewish sects. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of VanInwegen-Kenny Inc, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“Joe and Eileen we were excellent and so caring to work with. They made us feel right at at home during a difficult time and went out of their way to be of assistance and help us sort out some last minute things we forgot to take care of ourselves.”
“Extremely Professional! The entire staff is helpful, understanding and compassionate.”
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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.