Earthman Southwest Funeral Home

Veteran services at Earthman Southwest Funeral Home

Earthman Southwest Funeral Home in Stafford, TX supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include large-capacity chapel, flexible chapel space, and large reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,045 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, cemetery flower arrangement delivery, cremation remembrance jewelry, private viewing before cremation, and veterans planning. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include large-capacity chapel, flexible chapel space, reserved veteran parking, cremation niches, and cremation gardens.

Published pricing at Earthman Southwest Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,045. That places direct cremation roughly 53% 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 Houston National Cemetery in TX, about 21 miles from Earthman Southwest 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.

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What sets Earthman Southwest Funeral Home apart

• Five generations of family service since 1889, with a history of pioneering funeral pre-planning.
• Extensive and diverse catering options, including specific international cuisines and Kosher catering.
• Highly personalized services, offering unique elements like classic car displays, specific attire, staff in costume, and butterfly releases.
• Comprehensive pre-planning services, including a burial insurance company founded by J.B. Earthman Jr. in the 1930s.
• Multicultural funeral specialization and experience in honoring diverse religious and cultural customs (Buddhist, Catholic, Hindu, Muslim, Jewish).
• 24-hour Compassion Helpline and arrangements by phone or email for convenience.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

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Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Buddhist, Catholic, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, French.

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.