Veteran services at Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc
Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc serves veteran families in East China, MI with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include 210 seat chapel and free parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,870 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. It has a 4.8 rating from 23 reviews on Google.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial services, and cemetery plans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include 210 seat chapel, memorial designers, and custom memorial videos.
Published pricing at Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $1,870. That places direct cremation roughly 15% below the Michigan median ($2,200). 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 Great Lakes National Cemetery in MI, about 57 miles from Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home 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.
Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc has a 4.8-star rating from 23 Google reviews.
We list about 836 funeral homes in Michigan. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,870. 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 Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc is located at 4061 Saint Clair Highway in East China, MI. You can reach the home at (810) 329-4766. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc provides funeral arrangements, cremation services, memorial services, cemetery plans, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, United Church of Christ, Baptist families, among others.
How do families rate Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc?
Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc holds a 4.8-star rating across 23 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc apart
- Operates a 210-seat chapel with state-of-the-art audio-visual systems and live streaming capabilities for services.
- Offers specialized pet cremation services through Young Pet Crematory.
- Provides 24/7/365 support for immediate funeral and cremation needs.
- Recognized as one of the 'Best Places to Work in 2023'.
- Offers comprehensive pre-planning services, including online planning tools and financing options for various budgets.
- Provides extensive grief and healing resources, including interactive videos, daily email affirmations, and guides for different age groups.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Michigan Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Pet Cremation
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran, United Church of Christ, Baptist. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“My sweet dog passed away and his veterinary doctor, Dr Robyn at Riverview Vet in St. Clair, arranged for Young's Funeral Home to cremate his remains. The vessel that I received his ashes in is absolutely beautiful. They returned him to me in about a week, which was much quicker than I expected. Thank you for caring for my pet with as much love as I gave him. And it was very affordable.”
“They treat you with respect and dignity but most of all they treat you like a person. They listen and understand you as a family and a person. Steve was a joy to sit with in the dark time our family is in and left us with a great impression of the funeral home.”
“My dad died 3 years ago and they did an excellent job. They were very attentive, compassionate and reasonably priced. We have gone to many funerals and all of them used Youngs. This is a good experience in a stressful time.”
“Nolan and the staff were so compassionate and caring and gentle when they came to pick up our 10 year old boxer. Thank you so very much.”
“The people at the pet crematorium were amazing! Answered my call at 3am on a Tuesday morning after I’d lost my cat (on my birthday) and walked me through the steps. Very compassionate, very understanding. Was explained that I would be picking up my baby’s ashes from the funeral home. The one star review comes from whoever I had contacted to pick up the ashes when I was able to. Seemed bothered that I had called him to begin with. Told me that I wouldn’t be able to get the ashes (at 4 pm on a Sunday) and I would have to wait until tomorrow. I explained to him that I live a drive away and have a hectic work schedule, and he still offered no option. Just my opinion, but that’s not a good look to a grieving customer who has already paid. Get out of the deathcare business if you’re going to be anything less than a ray of light during difficult times for people. I called the crematorium, and the man working there was able to get me my pet’s ashes, with ease. Not sure who peed in the cheerios of this dude at the funeral home itself, but if he gave me the much of a headache when I lost my fur baby, I’d hate to see how he’d make me feel if it was a special person that I were grieving.”
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.