Veteran services at Corpus Christi Funeral Home
Corpus Christi Funeral Home serves veteran families in Corpus Christi, TX with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include large chapel and reception lobby, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,195 for basic burial and $3,750 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorialization options, and veteran funeral services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large chapel.
Published pricing at Corpus Christi Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,750. That places direct cremation roughly 88% 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 Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery in Corpus Christi in TX, about 10 miles from Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,750. 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 Corpus Christi Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Corpus Christi Funeral Home is located at 2409 Baldwin Boulevard in Corpus Christi, TX. You can reach the home at (361) 885-0076. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Corpus Christi Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Corpus Christi Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, memorialization options, immediate need, veteran funeral services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Corpus Christi Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Corpus Christi Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Corpus Christi Funeral Home apart
- Transparent and detailed pricing for caskets and urns displayed directly on their website.
- Dedicated 'Caring Decisions' resource for comprehensive pre-planning services.
- Extensive Veteran Funeral Services, including detailed guidance on eligibility and benefits.
- Live streaming services for funerals, enabling remote participation for family and friends.
- Offers 'Continuous Care' and '365 Days of Healing' daily grief support emails.
- Provides 24/7 phone availability for immediate assistance, complementing daily office hours.
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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.