Memorial

Veteran Services

Our staff is committed to providing quality service and professional assistance to help families complete the necessary forms to obtain benefits that are provided through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for deceased veterans.

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Memorial Services for Veterans

To create a meaningful and personal service, think about the moments you shared and what made your loved one special. Consider their interests, favorite places, and lasting qualities. Listing memories and achievements can help shape a tribute that truly reflects their life.

Patriot Guard Riders

http://www.patriotguard.org/
Was your loved one a soldier, police officer, or fireman?


The Patriotic Guard Riders, a nationwide organization of Patriotic men and women, would consider it an honor and privilege to provide your loved one the following services FREE of any cost to you:

  • An American flag line at the funeral home or church and the cemetery
  • An escort from the funeral home or church to the cemetery
  • Patriotic people with outstretched flags as shields to stand between any protestors and the mourning family and friends
  • Respect, honor, and support for the dearly departed, family, and friends



The Patriotic Guard has an unwavering respect for those men and women who have served our country as soldiers, police officers, and firemen. We use motorcycles and support ve­hi­cles to provide an honorable escort and flag line at the funeral home or church and cemetery.

Veteran Burial Benefits

The veterans death benefits help cover the burial, funeral and transportation costs associated with the deceased’s services and disposition.

Who Qualifies?

  • A veteran who didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge
  • A service member who died while on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty for training
  • The spouse or minor child of a veteran, even if the veteran died first
  • In some cases, the unmarried adult dependent child of a veteran

How do I Apply?

You can apply online here or by mail after completing the VA Form 21P-530.

What if I need help?

Our staff is committed to providing quality service and professional assistance to help families complete the necessary forms to obtain benefits. For online information visit here or VA office 800-827-1000.

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Burial and Funeral Services

The service for veterans will be determined by the status of the veteran. The basic Military Funeral Honors (MFH) ceremony includes the folding and presentation of the United States flag to the veterans family and the playing of Taps. The ceremony is performed by a funeral honors detail consisting of at least two members of the Armed Forces. For further information please visit: https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/veterans-burial-allowance

Headstones for Veterans

The Department of Veteran Affairs provides a headstone for unmarked graves of an eligible deceased veteran at no charge. To request a headstone, grave marker, or niche marker fill out VA Form 10-1330 and send to:

Fax: 800-455-7143
Or mail the discharge papers and the form to:
Memorial products Service (41B)
Department of Veteran Affairs
5109 Russell Road
Quantico, VA 22134-3903of the Armed Forces.\


For more information please visit: https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/memorial-items/headstones-markers-medallions/

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Burial Flags

You may be eligible for a burial flag if you’re the next of kin or a close friend of the Veteran or Reservist and one of the descriptions below is true for that person. Form VA form 27-2008 will need to be filled out and given to your Funeral Director, a VA Regional office, or a United States Post Office. For further information visit https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/memorial-items/burial-flags/

Presidential Memorial Certificate

You may be eligible if you meet both of the requirements listed below.

  1. The Veteran or Reservist is eligible for burial in a national cemetery
  2. You’re next of kin, family member, or close friend of the Veteran or Reservist (or an authorized service representative for a family member or friend of the Veteran or Reservist)


To request more copies of PMC please download and fill out VA Form 40-0247. For further information please visit: https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/memorial-items/presidential-memorial-certificates/

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