Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home

Veteran services at Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home

Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home in Boerne, TX supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "The funeral home provides resources and support for families grieving the death of a military loved one through the Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors (TAPS)." On-site amenities include reception hall and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,500 for basic burial and $2,495 for direct cremation. The non-declinable service fee is $3,545. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

On-site facilities of note include chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.

Published pricing at Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,495. That places direct cremation roughly 25% above the Texas median ($1,995). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.

The nearest VA national cemetery is Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in TX, approximately 28 miles from Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home. Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

Texas has approximately 1,496 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,495. 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 Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home is located at 111 East Rosewood Ave. in Boerne, TX. You can reach the home at (830) 249-2321. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home offer veteran families?

Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation, prearrangement, monument services, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?

The funeral home provides resources and support for families grieving the death of a military loved one through the Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors (TAPS).

Which faith traditions does Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Lutheran, Presbyterian, Catholic, Methodist, Christian (Non-denominational) families, among others.

What sets Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home apart

Boerne's Oldest, Continuous Business, operating since 1882.
Kendall County's First and Only On-Site Crematory, ensuring continuous care for loved ones.
Family-owned and operated since its inception in 1882, spanning multiple generations.
New 12,500 square foot facility opened in July 2022, featuring large gathering areas, reception spaces, and an outdoor courtyard with a fireplace.
Recipient of the 'Best of the Best by the Boerne Star Readers Since 2009' award.
Awarded the Texas Treasure Business Award by the State of Texas Historical Commission.

Burial & cremation services

Cremation

· Cremation

On-site facilities

· On-Site Crematory

· Outdoor Courtyard

· Reception Hall

· Large Gathering Areas

· Chapel

Affiliations & specializations

Industry affiliations

· Boerne Area Historical Preservation Society
· Texas Funeral Directors Association
· National Funeral Directors Association
· Boerne Chamber of Commerce
· Centurions of Kendall County
· United Way of Kendall County

Specializations

· Prearrangement
· Monument Specialist
· Grief Support
· Bilingual Services (Spanish)

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Lutheran, Presbyterian, Catholic, Methodist, Christian (Non-denominational). Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.

EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral

The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.

DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.

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How honors are coordinated

Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.

For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.