Veteran services at Green Funeral Home
Green Funeral Home serves veteran families in Ferris, TX with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Published pricing lists $4,395 for basic burial and $2,250 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, burial, cremation, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Green Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,250. That places direct cremation roughly 13% above 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 21 miles from Green 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 Green Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,250. 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 Green Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Green Funeral Home is located at 207 South Wood Street in Ferris, TX. You can reach the home at (972) 544-3230. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Green Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Green Funeral Home provides funeral service, memorial service, burial, cremation, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Green Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Green Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Green Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Green Funeral Home apart
- Still locally owned and operated since 1882, providing over a century of continuous service.
- Modern, relaxed facilities in both Ferris and Red Oak locations.
- Owners Jeremy Lewis and Benjamin LaFleur are actively involved, emphasizing a personalized approach.
- Explicit commitment to providing personalized service at affordable prices.
- Offers a wide range of services including pet care, which is not universally offered by funeral homes.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: 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.