Zajac Funeral Home Inc

Veteran services at Zajac Funeral Home Inc

Zajac Funeral Home Inc serves veteran families in Niagara Falls, NY with military funeral planning. In their own words: "The funeral home provides a 'Veterans Information' resource on its website to assist families with veteran-specific considerations." Published pricing lists $5,628 for basic burial and $1,700 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. What feedback exists is encouraging: 4.9 stars across 14 reviews.

Veteran-related services offered include cremation services and burial services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.

Published pricing at Zajac Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $1,700. That places direct cremation roughly 26% below the New York median ($2,300). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.

The nearest VA national cemetery is Western New York National Cemetery in NY, approximately 32 miles from Zajac Funeral Home Inc. Zajac Funeral Home Inc can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

Zajac Funeral Home Inc holds a 4.9-star rating from 14 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.

New York has approximately 1,440 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Zajac Funeral Home Inc is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Zajac Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,700. 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 Zajac Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Zajac Funeral Home Inc is located at 319 24Th Street in Niagara Falls, NY. You can reach the home at (716) 284-6478. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Zajac Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?

Zajac Funeral Home Inc provides traditional funeral services, cremation services, shipping services, burial services, pre-arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Zajac Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?

The funeral home provides a 'Veterans Information' resource on its website to assist families with veteran-specific considerations.

Which faith traditions does Zajac Funeral Home Inc accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Christian (including Catholic and other denominations), Hindu, Jain, Sikh, Buddhist families, among others.

How do families rate Zajac Funeral Home Inc?

Zajac Funeral Home Inc holds a 4.9-star rating across 14 Google reviews from local families and veterans.

What sets Zajac Funeral Home Inc apart

Third-generation family-owned and operated business since 1949, ensuring continuous family involvement in services.
Offers free consultations and pre-arrangement services for comprehensive planning.
Facilities are handicap accessible, accommodating all visitors.
Provides extensive resources and guidance on eulogies, obituaries, and various cemetery and cremation options.
Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for immediate assistance and support.

Burial & cremation services

Burial

· Burial Services

Cremation

· Cremation Services

On-site facilities

· Handicap Accessible

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Christian (including Catholic and other denominations), Hindu, Jain, Sikh, Buddhist, Jewish (non-Orthodox sects).

What families have said

Frank Zajac operates this home from his family's original residence, which reviewers describe as updated yet intimate and cozy. Families appreciate his willingness to accommodate their needs—one family returned twice over several years. His personable approach has earned strong loyalty and repeat business.

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The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.

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How honors are coordinated

Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.

For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.