Veteran services at Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory
Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory, located in Temple Terrace, FL, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include large-capacity chapel, flexible chapel space, and reception room, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,050 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, military honors, and burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large-capacity chapel, flexible chapel space, and gardens.
Published pricing at Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory: direct cremation from $2,050. That places direct cremation roughly 29% above the Florida median ($1,595). 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 Bay Pines National Cemetery in FL, about 29 miles from Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory. 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 1,014 funeral homes in Florida. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,050. 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 Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory is located at 12690 North 56th St. in Temple Terrace, FL. You can reach the home at (813) 988-9200. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory offer veteran families?
Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory provides cremation, funeral service video production, catered events, intimate gatherings, police escort, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu Funeral Traditions families, among others.
What sets Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory apart
- On-site crematory, ensuring loved ones remain in their care.
- Dedicated funeral directors with specialized training to create personalized, memorable tributes reflecting individual lives and passions.
- Ability to coordinate catering for receptions and gatherings within their flexible event spaces.
- Part of the Dignity Memorial® network, offering exclusive benefits and a 100% service guarantee.
- On-site cemetery with gardens and mausoleums for varied memorialization options.
- Extensive specialization in multicultural funerals and a wide array of religious and cultural traditions.
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Religious traditions served: Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu Funeral Traditions, Muslim Funeral Traditions, Christian Funeral Traditions, Jewish Funeral Traditions, Black Funeral Traditions. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.