Veteran services at Gary's Funeral Home Inc
For veterans in Greenville, KY, Gary's Funeral Home Inc coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,195 for basic burial and $2,970 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 3.3 stars across 9 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Gary's Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $2,970. That places direct cremation roughly 49% above the Kentucky 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 Kentucky Veterans Cemetery - West in KY, about 32 miles from Gary's Funeral Home Inc. 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 552 funeral homes in Kentucky. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Gary's Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,970. 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 Gary's Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Gary's Funeral Home Inc is located at 405 Hopkinsville Street in Greenville, KY. You can reach the home at (270) 338-2440. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Gary's Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Gary's Funeral Home Inc provides funerals, cremation, burial, honoring veterans, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Gary's Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Gary's Funeral Home Inc mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
How do families rate Gary's Funeral Home Inc?
Gary's Funeral Home Inc holds a 3.3-star rating across 9 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Gary's Funeral Home Inc apart
- Four generations of the Gary family have been directly involved in the funeral home's operation, with a fifth generation also participating in various capacities, demonstrating a deep, continuous family legacy.
- Established in 1929, the funeral home has a long-standing history of over 95 years serving the Greenville, KY area, evolving from a furniture store extension to a dedicated funeral service provider.
- The facility's main chapel was historically noted as one of the largest in Western Kentucky, undergoing expansions in the 1960s and 1985 to accommodate community gatherings.
- The detailed staff roster highlights specific licenses and roles, including multiple licensed funeral directors and embalmers, a licensed cosmetologist, and a local minister on staff, indicating a comprehensive team.
- The historical account includes unique details like operating an ambulance service from the funeral home and staff living on-site, showcasing its integral role in the community's past.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Funeral Directors Association of Kentucky
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Gary's Funeral Home Inc, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“The family members are the nicest, funeral home operators you will ever meet. I have been to many services there for family members and friends. They always show such respect for those who have passed away, for family members and others who attend services. The facilities are well located and perfect for services. Greenville is a wonderful town.”
“As always, Gary's did a great job with my Grandma's funeral. Very kind, professional and courteous. Thank you Gary's for your excellent service during a very difficult time.”
“Absolutely terrible! I attended a funeral there yesterday, July 7, 2016. The funeral was for a lady formally from Greenville and recently from Lexington, Ky. The weather was stormy and during the funeral the electric went off, the entrance door blew open and no one closed it. When the service was complete one of the employees, I believe his name was John, came in the chapel. He was dressed in an off white suit which appeared to have been slept in! He almost threw to flowers in the Hearst with a don't care attitude. He was the one who drove the Hearst to the cemetery . At the cemetery, he was cold and uncaring, he rushed the family away. I would never use this facility nor would I recommend it to anyone. I really hated to rate this as a one but that was as low as I could go. The obituary finally showed up on their web page twenty four hours after the burial! Terrible, terrible, terrible!”
“They made a very difficult time,very comfortable and basically easy for my family. Highly recommend”
“They took care of my parents, did a great job, was very caring towards our family during our time of lose. They have done alot of funerals for our family & friends.. they just recently took care of my brother in March of 2025, did a great job.”
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.