Veteran services at Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home
For veterans in Garland, TX, Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include reception space and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,450 for basic burial and $1,700 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, grave markers, and burial vaults. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,700. That places direct cremation roughly 15% below 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 Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery in TX, about 22 miles from Funeraria Pilar 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.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,700. 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 Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home is located at 650 West Ave. D in Garland, TX. You can reach the home at (972) 276-5100. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation, pre-planning, transportation, removal of remains, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Jewish, Christian (general, inferred from Rosary service and local churches) families, among others.
What sets Funeraria Pilar Funeral Home apart
- Dedicated service to the growing immigrant population in North Texas, embracing and honoring diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds and cultural customs.
- Offers Mariachi/Band Services for personalized cultural ceremonies.
- Provides comprehensive Veterans Services, including assistance with burial flags and headstones.
- Staff includes Spanish-speaking professionals, as evidenced by testimonials and staff names.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Vaults
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Urns
- · Urn Vaults
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Serving All Ethnic Backgrounds
- · Serving All Religious Backgrounds
- · Honoring Cultural Customs
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Jewish, Christian (general, inferred from Rosary service and local churches). 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.