Veteran services at Hancock Funeral Home, Inc.
Veteran families in Americus, GA can turn to Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, reception area, and paved parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,245 for basic burial and $2,695 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Hancock Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $2,695. That places direct cremation roughly 42% above the Georgia median ($1,895). 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 Fort Mitchell National Cemetery in AL, about 50 miles from Hancock 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 780 funeral homes in Georgia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,695. 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 Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 427 South Lee St. in Americus, GA. You can reach the home at (229) 924-3645. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. provides funeral services, cremation services, veterans services, personalization, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Hancock Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1917, now in its fourth generation of Hancock Family ownership.
- Operates independently, not part of a larger group or corporation.
- Offers low-cost cremation packages starting at $795 and burial packages from $2,500.
- Provides coordination with the Humanity Gifts Registry for body donation.
- Staff available 24/7.
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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.