Veteran services at Colonial Funeral Home
Colonial Funeral Home in Columbia, MS supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,495 for basic burial and $2,420 for direct cremation. The non-declinable service fee is $2,995. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, burial services, memorial service, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Colonial Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,995. That places direct cremation roughly 50% 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 Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in LA, about 65 miles from Colonial 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 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 Colonial Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,995. 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 Colonial Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Colonial Funeral Home is located at 323 2Nd Street in Columbia, MS. You can reach the home at (601) 736-5361. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Colonial Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Colonial Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, burial services, traditional funeral service, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Colonial Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Colonial Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Colonial Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu Funeral Traditions families, among others.
What sets Colonial Funeral Home apart
- 100% Service Guarantee: If dissatisfied with any aspect of service, that portion will be refunded.
- Lifetime Flexibility: Prepaid plans can be changed, and staff are available to discuss options.
- Relocation Protection: Prepaid plans are transferable to any qualifying Dignity Memorial provider in North America.
- Custody of Care Guaranteed: Multiple checks throughout the cremation process.
- Exclusive Custody: Loved ones are always in the care of Colonial Funeral Home or a trusted partner.
- Detailed, Certified Process: CANA-licensed crematory operators ensure meticulous care.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · All Cultures
- · All Faiths
- · All Religions
- · Korean Community Services
- · Jewish Family Services
- · Greek Family Services
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, Christian Funeral Traditions, Jewish Funeral Traditions, Black Funeral Traditions. 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.