Veteran services at Funeral Choices of Chantilly
Veteran families in Chantilly, VA can turn to Funeral Choices of Chantilly for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,350 for basic burial and $1,375 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial services, graveside ceremony, memorial services, military honors, and veteran benefits assistance. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Funeral Choices of Chantilly: direct cremation from $1,725. That places direct cremation roughly 29% below 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 24 miles from Funeral Choices of Chantilly. 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 Funeral Choices of Chantilly cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,725. 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 Funeral Choices of Chantilly located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Funeral Choices of Chantilly is located at 14522L Lee Rd. in Chantilly, VA. You can reach the home at (703) 378-6896. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Funeral Choices of Chantilly offer veteran families?
Funeral Choices of Chantilly provides cremation, burial services, traditional funeral services, gathering, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Funeral Choices of Chantilly help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Funeral Choices of Chantilly mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Funeral Choices of Chantilly accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (accommodates various denominations and church services), Other traditions (as requested by families) families, among others.
What sets Funeral Choices of Chantilly apart
- Operates its own on-site crematory, ensuring continuous care and secure tracking of loved ones.
- Implements a unique tracking system with personal identification bands and stainless steel discs for each individual.
- Specializes in earth-friendly (green) burial options, including services without embalming and eco-friendly caskets.
- Offers comprehensive veteran benefits assistance, including securing military honors and coordinating earned benefits.
- Provides transparent pricing with detailed explanations of costs and options, avoiding hidden fees.
- Offers personalized tribute services such as memorial webcasting, certified celebrant services, and bagpiper services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Ceremony
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Cremation Association of North America (CANA)
- · Selected Independent Funeral Homes
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Green Burial
- · Earth-Friendly Funerals
- · Memorial Webcasting
- · Certified Celebrant Services
- · Bagpiper Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (accommodates various denominations and church services), Other traditions (as requested by families).
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.