Veteran services at Buffington Funeral Home
Buffington Funeral Home serves veteran families in Shiner, TX with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and government headstones. On-site amenities include reception area and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation service, memorial service, and veteran service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Buffington Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,965. That places direct cremation roughly 49% above the Texas median ($1,995). 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 Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in TX, about 54 miles from Buffington 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.
We list about 1,496 funeral homes in Texas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Buffington Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,965. 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 Buffington Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Buffington Funeral Home is located at 520 North Ave. C in Shiner, TX. You can reach the home at (361) 594-3352. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Buffington Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Buffington Funeral Home provides obituaries, traditional service, cremation service, memorial service, personalized options, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Buffington Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Buffington Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Buffington Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated by Tim and Carolyn Markham, emphasizing a personal approach.
- Offers competitive pricing in Lavaca County due to eliminated corporate overhead.
- Provides assistance with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursement for COVID-19 related deaths.
- Licensed staff answers all calls 24/7, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, ensuring direct assistance for immediate needs.
- Extensive online resources for funeral pre-planning, grief support, and detailed service information, including FAQs for various service types.
- Specializes in personalized memorials and monuments, including assistance with military grave markers for veterans.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Service
- · Ash Scattering Service
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Texas Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veteran Service
- · Personalized Options
- · Grief Support
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.