Veteran services at Byrum Funeral Home, Inc.
Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. in Lancaster, TX supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,245 for basic burial and $2,095 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burials, cremation, and veteran's services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Byrum Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $2,095. That places direct cremation roughly 5% 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 Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery in TX, about 14 miles from Byrum Funeral Home, Inc.. 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 Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,095. 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 Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 425 North Dallas Ave. in Lancaster, TX. You can reach the home at (972) 227-2121. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. provides funerals, burials, cremation, veteran's services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Byrum Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Four generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1950.
- Original 1918 cypress-built colonial-style home serving as the funeral home.
- Emphasis on designing 'healing experiences' beyond just handling remains.
- Extensive online grief support resources, including interactive videos with an Executive Counseling Director and daily email affirmations.
- Offers Legacy Touch Keepsakes, including fingerprint jewelry, with an option for 24-hour turnaround for services.
- Active involvement and charter membership in the Lancaster Chamber of Commerce and support for local community organizations.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Lancaster Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Pre-planning services
- · Veteran services
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.