Veteran services at Carr & Erwin Funeral Home
Carr & Erwin Funeral Home serves veteran families in Pulaski, TN with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include flexible chapel, large chapel (up to 250), and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,495 for basic burial and $2,040 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.8 stars from 62 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: traditional burial, cremation, online memorials, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include flexible chapel, large chapel (up to 250), and gardens.
Published pricing at Carr & Erwin Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,040. That places direct cremation roughly 9% 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 Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in TN, about 62 miles from Carr & Erwin 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.
Carr & Erwin Funeral Home has a 4.8-star rating from 62 Google reviews.
We list about 641 funeral homes in Tennessee. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Carr & Erwin Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,040. 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 Carr & Erwin Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Carr & Erwin Funeral Home is located at 1228 East College Street in Pulaski, TN. You can reach the home at (931) 363-1533. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Carr & Erwin Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Carr & Erwin Funeral Home provides traditional burial, cremation, celebration of life, pre-planning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Carr & Erwin Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Carr & Erwin Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Carr & Erwin Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival families, among others.
How do families rate Carr & Erwin Funeral Home?
Carr & Erwin Funeral Home holds a 4.8-star rating across 62 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Carr & Erwin Funeral Home apart
- A guaranteed commitment to precise service execution.
- Direct phone access to staff at any hour.
- Individualized planning for each person's unique life.
- Extensive experience assisting numerous families annually.
- Consistent high-level care for individuals and their families.
- A full service satisfaction guarantee.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Religious & Cultural Traditions
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival, Hindu Funeral Traditions, Muslim Funeral Traditions, Christian Funeral Traditions, Jewish Funeral Traditions, Black Funeral Traditions, Chung Yeung Festival, Día de los Muertos. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, French Canadian.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Carr & Erwin Funeral Home, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“The ladies at Carr and Erwin are very caring and professional. Sharon never rushed me while planning arrangements. She let me change my mind several times. My loved one looked very natural. The service was excellent and very professional. I have known Sharon for several years. She is like an old friend but I made two new friends with the other ladies. They invited me to stop by anytime if I needed to talk and to have lunch with them. My family has used Carr and Erwin for many years and will continue for many more.”
“Carr & Erwin helped me plan my grandmother's funeral from start to finish, even offering assistance in areas that they had knowledge in but didn't directly affect their roles. I can't thank them enough for being there for me during this difficult time. They communicated with me every step of the way, even stepping in to help serve as pallbearers when I had two people tell me last minute they couldn't be there. Their compassion and willingness to go above and beyond their typical responsibilities made an incredibly challenging time more manageable. The ladies there truly care about the families they serve. I would highly recommend Carr & Erwin to anyone who needs funeral services.”
“Carr & Erwin was so helpful, during this process,from start to finish they were very professional.I can't say enough about Miss Sharon, she was the most kind, helpful, caring person during our time of weakness. I really don't know what I would of done without her help. During a loss,you are in the "shock stage" for weeks, sometimes months, afterwards. Miss Sharon answered all my questions and shared her story, which was exactly the same as mine. We will use them again and definitely recommend them. I'm giving them a 5 star review. Thank you Carr & Erwin, for making an extremely, difficult time ,a little easier.”
“I recently loss my brother. Sharon and her people took very good care of all my family. They were kind, compassionate, and very understanding. Thank you so much.”
“They was very kind and considerate. Did everything I wanted. Great communication. The cost was affordable. Would totally recommend them”
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.