Veteran services at Cook-Walden Funeral Home
Cook-Walden Funeral Home serves veteran families in Austin, TX with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include multiple chapels, large-capacity chapel (up to 250), and large reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation remembrance jewelry, on-site cremation, private viewing before cremation, veterans planning, and burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include multiple chapels and large-capacity chapel (up to 250).
Published pricing at Cook-Walden Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,335. That places direct cremation roughly 67% above the Texas 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 Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen in TX, about 48 miles from Cook-Walden 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 1,496 funeral homes in Texas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Cook-Walden Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,335. 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 Cook-Walden Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Cook-Walden Funeral Home is located at 6100 North Lamar in Austin, TX. You can reach the home at (512) 454-5611. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Cook-Walden Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Cook-Walden Funeral Home provides funeral service video production, catered events, black car service, police escort, arrangements by phone or email, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Cook-Walden Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Cook-Walden Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Cook-Walden Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Jewish, Buddhist, Hindu, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Cook-Walden Funeral Home apart
- Attention to detail like no other. GUARANTEED.
- On-site crematory with witnessed cremation options.
- Specialization in Jewish traditions including Tahara and Shomer.
- Accommodation for Buddhist and Hindu faith services, and multicultural funerals.
- Comprehensive catering services and flexible event spaces.
- Level Three Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans, offering specialized veteran services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- · On-site Cremation
- · Private Viewing Before Cremation
- · Home Delivery of Ashes
- · Mail Delivery of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Multicultural Funerals
- · Latin Music Selections
- · Incense Burning
- · Tahara (Jewish Tradition)
- · Ritual Washing
- · Shomer (Jewish Tradition)
- · Buddhist Faith Services
- · Hindu Faith Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Jewish, Buddhist, Hindu, Catholic. 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.