Veteran services at Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg
For veterans in Williamsburg, VA, Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg coordinates military honors and burial benefits. The home assists with VA paperwork, honor-guard requests, and scheduling at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,020 for basic burial and $3,115 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremations and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg: direct cremation from $3,465. That places direct cremation roughly 42% above the Virginia median ($2,435). 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 Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in VA, about 31 miles from Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg. 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 579 funeral homes in Virginia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,465. 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 Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg is located at 4124 Ironbound Rd. in Williamsburg, VA. You can reach the home at (757) 229-3822. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg offer veteran families?
Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg provides funerals, cremations, personalization, aftercare, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Baptist, Reform Jewish families, among others.
What sets Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg apart
- Recognized as the oldest funeral home in America, established in 1759.
- Originally operated as cabinetmakers who also provided caskets and burials.
- One of the first funeral homes to own and operate a crematory.
- Offers an emotional support dog, Benjamin Doodle Bucktrout, a Goldendoodle, to provide comfort to families.
- Part of the Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory network, a family-owned and operated business since 1917.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremations
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory
Specialties
- · Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Baptist, Reform Jewish. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
Altmeyer Funeral Homes - Bucktrout of Williamsburg's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.