Veteran services at Castillo Mission Funeral Home
For veterans in San Antonio, TX, Castillo Mission Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include large capacity chapels and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,450 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorial services, burial, and military services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large capacity chapels.
Published pricing at Castillo Mission Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,450. That places direct cremation roughly 23% 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 San Antonio National Cemetery in TX, about 7 miles from Castillo Mission 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 Castillo Mission Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,450. 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 Castillo Mission Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Castillo Mission Funeral Home is located at 520 North Gen. McMullen in San Antonio, TX. You can reach the home at (210) 432-8586. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Castillo Mission Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Castillo Mission Funeral Home provides cremation, funeral services, tributes, memorial services, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Castillo Mission Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Castillo Mission Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Castillo Mission Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated for multiple generations in San Antonio.
- Operates its own on-site crematory, offering diverse cremation options.
- Bilingual staff available 24/7 for immediate and pre-planning needs.
- Specialization in honoring military members with dedicated services.
- Offers pre-planned funerals with the benefit of freezing costs for selected goods and services.
- Features large capacity chapels and ample parking to accommodate various service sizes.
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- · Military Funeral Services
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Religious traditions and languages
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.