Veteran services at Farris Funeral Service
Farris Funeral Service in Abingdon, VA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include main street chapel, large traditional chapel, and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,320 for basic burial and $3,000 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: traditional burial, cremation, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include main street chapel, forest hills memory gardens, and large traditional chapel.
Published pricing at Farris Funeral Service: direct cremation from $3,000. That places direct cremation roughly 23% 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 Mountain Home National Cemetery Annex in TN, about 33 miles from Farris Funeral Service. 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 Farris Funeral Service cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,000. 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 Farris Funeral Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Farris Funeral Service is located at 427 East Main St. in Abingdon, VA. You can reach the home at (276) 623-2700. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Farris Funeral Service offer veteran families?
Farris Funeral Service provides immediate need, traditional burial, cremation, preplanning, funeral alternatives, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Farris Funeral Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Farris Funeral Service mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Farris Funeral Service accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, United Methodist, Episcopal, Lutheran, Non-denominational Christian families, among others.
What sets Farris Funeral Service apart
- Over 100 years of continuous service by the Henderson and Farris families, spanning five generations.
- First funeral home in Washington County to open its own on-site crematory, offering 'Cremation with Confidence' by keeping loved ones in their care.
- Exclusive Event Center for family meals after services or Celebration of Life gatherings, with catering options available.
- Expertise in cemetery memorial designs, assisting families with custom and lasting tributes.
- Exclusive grief resources, including access to the HeartLight Center for support groups, workshops, and seminars, and the Grief Steps program for a year of daily support.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · HeartLight Center
Specialties
- · Cremation With Confidence
- · Exclusive Preplanning Programs
- · Expert Cemetery Memorial Designs
- · Exclusive Grief Resources
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, United Methodist, Episcopal, Lutheran, Non-denominational Christian. Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.