Veteran services at Church Funeral Services & Crematory
Veteran families in Baton Rouge, LA can turn to Church Funeral Services & Crematory for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $2,895 for basic burial and $1,495 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.9 stars across 71 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation, direct cremation, memorial services, and veterans funeral care. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Church Funeral Services & Crematory: direct cremation from $1,240. That places direct cremation roughly 44% below the Louisiana median ($2,195). 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 Louisiana National Cemetery in LA, about 24 miles from Church Funeral Services & Crematory. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Church Funeral Services & Crematory has a 4.9-star rating from 71 Google reviews.
We list about 373 funeral homes in Louisiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Church Funeral Services & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,240. 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 Church Funeral Services & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Church Funeral Services & Crematory is located at 5535 Superior Drive in Baton Rouge, LA. You can reach the home at (225) 644-9683. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Church Funeral Services & Crematory offer veteran families?
Church Funeral Services & Crematory provides burial services, cremation, direct cremation, memorial services, personalized tributes, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Church Funeral Services & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Church Funeral Services & Crematory mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Church Funeral Services & Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Pentecostal, Christian families, among others.
How do families rate Church Funeral Services & Crematory?
Church Funeral Services & Crematory holds a 4.9-star rating across 71 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Church Funeral Services & Crematory apart
- Voted #1 in Best of Baton Rouge 2025.
- Operates its own crematory, providing direct cremation services without outsourcing.
- Offers personalized services, including home arrangements, tribute videos, and online memorials.
- Emphasizes transparent pricing and affordable options.
- Locally owned and operated, with deep roots in the Southeast Louisiana community.
- Provides a year of grief support messages and comprehensive grief resources.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Veterans Funeral Care
- · Direct Cremation
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Pentecostal, Christian. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Church Funeral Services & Crematory, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“I’ve grown weary of the funeral industry over the last few years. When I checked the prices for a simple cremation I was astounded. That’s when I realized the two funeral homes my family always worked with were no longer locally owned. They had both been purchased by the same conglomerate. That’s when I searched for a locally owned funeral service and stumbled across Church Funeral Services. When I mentioned them to the hospice nurses they immediately confirmed that I would be in good hands. The same thing happened when I told our minister who I would be using. Every person who has experience with Church had nothing but glowing things to say. And now I’m adding y story to that. I needed a simple cremation done and they handled everything efficiently and respectfully. They never once tried to sell me services I didn’t need. They simply provided me what I asked for and thanked me for my business. I highly recommend reaching out to them”
“The staff at Church Funeral Services were very kind, helpful and compassionate to me when my mother passed away. I couldn’t have asked for the process to be any easier and stress free”
“The staff were very helpful and so compassionate through this whole process. They stayed in touch and made our transition easy. Thank you, Church Funeral Services, for everything.”
“This is the hardest part of life. And you are never ready for it. But Mike and his crew were the kindest souls and offered great suggestions. My dad was in great hands! They took care of it all”
“Worst funeral home that I’ve EVER dealt with! They do not listen to us and treat us as if they’re agitated by you as the family. They do not treat our loved ones with care either, I will never recommend them to anyone and you shouldn’t either. I wouldn’t even send a dog here…unbelievable and rest assured it won’t happen again.”
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.