Veteran services at Hayes Funeral Home
Hayes Funeral Home in Elba, AL supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include funeral home chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,325 for basic burial and $2,325 for direct cremation. The non-declinable service fee is $3,175. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veteran services, memorial service, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include funeral home chapel.
Published pricing at Hayes Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,495. That places direct cremation roughly 33% above the Alabama median ($1,870). 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 89 miles from Hayes 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 479 funeral homes in Alabama. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Hayes Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,495. 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 Hayes Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Hayes Funeral Home is located at 431 Davis Street East in Elba, AL. You can reach the home at (334) 897-2225. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Hayes Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Hayes Funeral Home provides veteran services, funeral service, memorial service, cremation, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Hayes Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Hayes Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Hayes Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Catholic, Methodist, Assemblies of God, Christian (General) families, among others.
What sets Hayes Funeral Home apart
- Established in 1971 by James A. Hayes, Jr. and Lynne Williams Hayes, demonstrating a long-standing family legacy.
- Main chapel features a full-size Tiffany-style stained glass window, "The Seasons" ("The Lady"), originally from a Galveston mansion and restored by a local artisan.
- Two hand-crafted podiums by local craftsman Mr. Fred Fraser, Jr. and another black walnut podium by Mr. John M. Rooney, Jr. in the main chapel.
- Direct affiliation and close proximity to Hayes Grace Memorial Park Cemetery, their sister company.
- Offers a year of daily grief support messages via email following services.
- History of resilience and continuous facility improvement, including recovery and remodeling after Hurricane Alicia in 1983.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Catholic, Methodist, Assemblies of God, Christian (General). Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.