Veteran services at Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home
For veterans in Joelton, TN, Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. The home assists with VA paperwork, honor-guard requests, and scheduling at veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.5 stars from 8 reviews.
Published pricing at Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,895. That places direct cremation roughly 2% above the Tennessee median ($1,865). 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 Nashville National Cemetery in TN, about 9 miles from Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,895. 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 Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home is located at 3501 Old Clarksville Pike in Joelton, TN. You can reach the home at (615) 876-2968. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home starts at $1,895. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home 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.
How do families rate Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home?
Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home holds a 4.5-star rating across 8 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What families have said
Anderson & Garrett earned praise for friendly and kind staff. Reviewers noted the convenience of the on-site Petal Shack flower shop.
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.