We believe the story of every veteran's life deserves to be shared. We are deeply committed to providing families with exceptional veteran funeral services and can assist you in securing military funeral honors. When it comes time for you to make arrangements for the veteran in your life, know that our staff is both qualified and committed to providing them with the veteran benefits they deserve.
It is crucial that family members notify one of our funeral directors that their loved one was a member of the military. We can then contact the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the appropriate armed forces branch (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard) to see if your loved one is eligible to receive military funeral honors. Below we have outlined some circumstances where your loved one would be eligible to receive veteran benefits:
Providing our funeral directors with your loved one’s DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, would be most helpful and would help expedite the application process. There is no concern if you do not have this form, our funeral directors can request it on your behalf. If you are interested in obtaining the form, you can request it online from the National Archives.
Gaining eligibility for military death benefits can be a bit complex, but that is what our funeral directors and staff are there for. We will take care of the entire process, and will explain to you the benefits that your loved one is entitled to.
Need help honoring your veteran? Reach out to us so we can ensure your loved one receives the military death benefits and funeral honors that he/she deserves.
Below are a few of the common features that military funeral honors provide and cover. The veteran may or may not be eligible for these benefits depending on his or her status and situation.
Call us to learn how we can work together to pay tribute to your veteran. We would be honored to assist you with planning a truly meaningful military funeral.
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