Veteran services at Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes
Veteran families in Plainview, NY can turn to Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel and reception space, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,415 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include gardens and chapel.
Published pricing at Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $3,415. That places direct cremation roughly 48% 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 Long Island National Cemetery in NY, about 5 miles from Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes. 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 Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,415. 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 Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes is located at 655 Old Country Road in Plainview, NY. You can reach the home at (516) 938-4311. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes provides funeral services, cremation services, pre-planning, monument services, inscription services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival families, among others.
What sets Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes apart
- Their tagline: "Attention to detail like no other. GUARANTEED."
- Affiliation with the Dignity Memorial network, offering a 100% service guarantee.
- Personalized services that incorporate meaningful music, personal items, and photos to reflect individual lives.
- Active involvement of associates in community organizations and ongoing professional development.
- Specialized services for veterans, including guidance for military funeral honors and collaboration with local veterans' groups.
- Offering convenient options such as arrangements by phone or email, catered events, and mail delivery of ashes.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Mail Delivery of Ashes
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- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
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- · Veterans Services
- · Religious & Cultural Funeral Traditions
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival, Hindu Funeral Traditions, Muslim Funeral Traditions, Christian Funeral Traditions, Jewish Funeral Traditions, Black Funeral Traditions, Chung Yeung Festival, Día de los Muertos. Languages spoken at the home: Cantonese, Spanish/Español, English.
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.