Veteran services at Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary
Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary serves veteran families in Fallbrook, CA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $1,595 for basic burial and $1,395 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: direct cremation, complete funeral service with cremation, viewing or visitation with cremation, cremation with memorial service, direct cremation with family-only final farewell, and graveside service with visitation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary: direct cremation from $1,695. That places direct cremation roughly 5% above the California median ($1,617). 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 Riverside National Cemetery in CA, about 35 miles from Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary. 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 1,115 funeral homes in California. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,695. 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 Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary is located at 333 North Vine St. in Fallbrook, CA. You can reach the home at (760) 728-1689. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary offer veteran families?
Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary provides direct cremation, complete funeral service with cremation, viewing or visitation with cremation, cremation with memorial service, direct cremation with family-only final farewell, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, All Faiths families, among others.
What sets Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary apart
- Long-standing history as Fallbrook's only mortuary, established in 1948.
- Re-established as a family-owned and operated business by the McGargill family since 2001.
- Comprehensive online Griefwords Library, offering extensive articles and guidance on various aspects of grief and mourning.
- Commitment to personalized services that honor individual faith, traditions, and customs.
- On-site facilities including a chapel, reception area, and dedicated selection rooms for caskets and urns.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service With Visitation
- · Graveside Service (Family Only Viewing)
- · Graveside Service (No Visitation Or Viewing)
Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Complete Funeral Service With Cremation
- · Viewing Or Visitation With Cremation
- · Direct Cremation With Family-Only Final Farewell
On-site facilities
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, All Faiths.
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.