Veteran services at Demaine Funeral Home
For veterans in Springfield, VA, Demaine Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include chapel and reception room, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,000 for basic burial and $3,295 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, traditional burial, veterans planning, and memorial keepsakes. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel and gardens.
Published pricing at Demaine Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,295. That places direct cremation roughly 35% above the Virginia median ($2,435). 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 National Memorial Cemetery at Quantico in VA, about 21 miles from Demaine 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 579 funeral homes in Virginia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Demaine Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,295. 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 Demaine Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Demaine Funeral Home is located at 5308 Backlick Road in Springfield, VA. You can reach the home at (703) 941-9428. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Demaine Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Demaine Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, celebration of life, traditional burial, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Demaine Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Demaine Funeral Home assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Demaine 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 Demaine Funeral Home apart
- A 100% service guarantee, emphasizing attention to detail.
- Over 220 years of collective experience in funeral planning.
- Specialization in creating personalized, one-of-a-kind tributes that reflect individual passions and personalities.
- Comprehensive administrative support, including filing death certificates, securing permits, and assisting with insurance claims and Social Security benefits.
- 24-hour availability for immediate assistance and a dedicated Compassion Helpline.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Home Delivery Of Ashes
- · Mail Delivery Of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Asian Funeral Traditions
- · Buddhist Funeral Traditions
- · Catholic Funeral Traditions
- · Hispanic Funeral Traditions
- · Qingming Festival
- · Hindu Funeral Traditions
- · Muslim Funeral Traditions
- · Christian Funeral Traditions
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.