Charles S. Zeiler & Son Inc.

Veteran services at Charles S. Zeiler & Son Inc.

Veteran families in Baltimore, MD can turn to Charles S. Zeiler & Son Inc. for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include large reception area, off-street parking, and reception room, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,370 for basic burial and $1,570 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, veterans planning, memorial keepsakes, private viewing before cremation, and simple cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include gardens.

The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Baltimore National Cemetery in MD, about 9 miles from Charles S. Zeiler & Son 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 313 funeral homes in Maryland. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Charles S. Zeiler & Son Inc. apart

• Renovated facility (2016) with modern, elegant decor and versatile service space for both traditional funerals and catered receptions.
• Ample off-street parking, conveniently located near I-95.
• 24/7 availability for immediate assistance and support.
• Extensive pre-planning services, including arrangements by phone or email with electronic signature options.
• Specialized cremation options: private viewing before cremation, home delivery of ashes, and mail delivery of ashes.
• "Life Well Celebrated" memorialization options, including event planning and funeral service video production.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu Funeral Traditions, Muslim Funeral Traditions, Protestant (Christian) Funeral Traditions, Jewish Funeral Traditions, Black Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival, Chung Yeung Festival, Día de los Muertos. 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.