Veteran services at Ford Stewart Funeral Home
Veteran families in Jonesboro, GA can turn to Ford Stewart Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include reception space, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,595 for basic burial and $2,625 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burials, cremation, and veteran's services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Ford Stewart Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,890. That places direct cremation roughly 53% above the Georgia median ($1,895). 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 Georgia National Cemetery in GA, about 50 miles from Ford Stewart 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 780 funeral homes in Georgia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Ford Stewart Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,890. 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 Ford Stewart Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Ford Stewart Funeral Home is located at 2047 Hwy. 138 in Jonesboro, GA. You can reach the home at (770) 210-2700. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Ford Stewart Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Ford Stewart Funeral Home provides funerals, burials, cremation, veteran's services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Ford Stewart Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Ford Stewart Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Ford Stewart Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for United Pentecostal Church, Apostolic Pentecostal, Wesleyan, Church of God, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Ford Stewart Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated, with the Christensen family directly involved in all aspects of service.
- Facilities include a dedicated playroom for young children, offering a family-friendly environment.
- Emphasis on personalization to accommodate diverse religious, cultural, and budgetary needs.
- Daniel Christensen's background in ministry, viewing funeral service as a spiritual calling.
- Betsy Christensen's role as a liaison for the Latino community and interpreter at Schneck Medical Center, providing support for Spanish-speaking families.
- Expansion to three locations (Seymour, Scottsburg, Brownstown) since 2019, serving a broader regional area.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Rotary Club of Clayton County
- · Clayton County Chamber of Commerce
- · International Order of the Golden Rule
- · National Funeral Director's Association
- · Independent Funeral Director's Association of Georgia
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Personalization
- · Serving Diverse Religions
- · Serving Diverse Cultures
- · Serving Diverse Budgets
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: United Pentecostal Church, Apostolic Pentecostal, Wesleyan, Church of God, Baptist, Presbyterian, Christian. 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.