Veteran services at Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch
Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch in Olive Branch, MS supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Coleman Funeral Home proudly serves veterans and their families, offering special services and exclusive discounts. They assist with coordinating burials in veterans' cemeteries, handling all necessary paperwork and placement. Information on VA burial benefits and military funeral honors is also provided." On-site amenities include 150 seat chapel, free parking, and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,995 for basic burial and $2,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
On-site facilities of note include 150 seat chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch: direct cremation from $2,145. That places direct cremation roughly 8% above the Mississippi median ($1,995). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in TN, approximately 10 miles from Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch. Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Mississippi has approximately 385 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,145. 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 Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch is located at 6815 Parkview Blvd. in Olive Branch, MS. You can reach the home at (662) 893-3900. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch starts at $2,145. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Coleman Funeral Home proudly serves veterans and their families, offering special services and exclusive discounts. They assist with coordinating burials in veterans' cemeteries, handling all necessary paperwork and placement. Information on VA burial benefits and military funeral honors is also provided.
Which faith traditions does Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (various denominations), Catholic families, among others.
What sets Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch apart
- Three full-service locations across Northern Mississippi (Oxford, Olive Branch, Southaven).
- Southaven location features an onsite cemetery, crematory, and catering services.
- State-of-the-art audio-visual systems for personalized memorials and live streaming.
- Specialized veteran services including discounts, assistance with veterans' cemetery burials, and paperwork.
- Bilingual staff available at Oxford and Southaven locations.
- 24/7/365 availability for immediate assistance and online funeral arrangements.
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
- · Mississippi Funeral Directors Association (MFDA)
- · International Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association (ICCFA)
Specializations
- · Veteran services
- · Personalized memorial services
- · Unique Funerals and Tributes
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Christian (various denominations), Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish (implied).
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.