Veteran services at Chapel of Angels
Veteran families in Laurel, MS can turn to Chapel of Angels for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,500 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.1 stars across 8 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, burial, cremation, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Chapel of Angels: direct cremation from $2,585. That places direct cremation roughly 30% above the Mississippi 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 Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery - Newton in MS, about 44 miles from Chapel of Angels. 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 385 funeral homes in Mississippi. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Chapel of Angels cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,585. 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 Chapel of Angels located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Chapel of Angels is located at 823 Martin Luther King Ave. in Laurel, MS. You can reach the home at (601) 428-2011. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Chapel of Angels offer veteran families?
Chapel of Angels provides funeral service, memorial service, burial, cremation, pre-arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Chapel of Angels help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Chapel of Angels mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Chapel of Angels accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Baptist families, among others.
How do families rate Chapel of Angels?
Chapel of Angels holds a 4.1-star rating across 8 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Chapel of Angels apart
- Offers a "Have The Talk of a Lifetime" program to encourage meaningful family conversations about end-of-life wishes.
- Provides a year-long daily grief support email service to families.
- Features comprehensive online resources, including detailed funeral etiquette guidelines and a frequent questions section.
- Specializes in veteran services, assisting with headstones and burial flags.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
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Cremation
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On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Baptist. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Chapel of Angels, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“My aunt Katrina Robinson gonna make sure your love ones is nice looking and laid to rest..... in a honorable way❤ rest dye❤”
“Just wanted to say thank you so much 💗 on Behalf of the Cook Family that was our mom l am her oldest daughter and me and my entire family 💕 thank you all for your help and support and most of all making our mom look so Beautiful Awesome Job thanks for everything”
“This funeral home is awesome. They show a lot of love here”
“Please be aware that after they recieve payment and you have a question it become a inconvenience on their personal time and phone.I reached out to Chris after my father's funeral about the status of a death certificate. I was told I was intruding on his personal time by contacting from the number he contacted me from when he wanted my business and before he got paid.Please take this into consideration that after they recieve payment their energy is subject to change.I feel this is very unprofessional.”
“Changed payments agreements at the last minute, and forced family to bring nearly $6k IN CASH to the office. Wouldn’t accept cashiers check or credit card. Beware the other reviews seems fishy!!!!”
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.