Veteran services at Garrett Funeral Home
Garrett Funeral Home serves veteran families in Damascus, VA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,808 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial services, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Garrett Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,808. That places direct cremation roughly 26% 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 Mountain Home National Cemetery Annex in TN, about 40 miles from Garrett 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 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 Garrett Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,808. 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 Garrett Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Garrett Funeral Home is located at 203 North Shady Avenue in Damascus, VA. You can reach the home at (276) 475-3631. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Garrett Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Garrett Funeral Home provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, memorial services, ash scattering services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Garrett Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Garrett Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Garrett Funeral Home apart
- Over a century of continuous operation in Damascus, Virginia, since 1904.
- Named for Todd Garrett, a local resident and manager, signifying deep community ties.
- A purpose-built and extensively remodeled facility providing a comfortable setting.
- Specialized services and resources dedicated to veterans and their families.
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- · Ash Scattering Services
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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.