Veteran services at Heath Funeral Home, Inc.
Heath Funeral Home, Inc. in Paragould, AR supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $4,400 for basic burial and $1,225 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, burial services, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Heath Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $1,225. That places direct cremation roughly 23% below the Arkansas median ($1,600). 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 Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery at Birdeye in AR, about 47 miles from Heath 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 385 funeral homes in Arkansas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Heath Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,225. 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 Heath Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Heath Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 321 West Garland in Paragould, AR. You can reach the home at (870) 236-7676. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Heath Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
Heath Funeral Home, Inc. provides funeral services, cremation services, burial services, veterans services, pet service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Heath Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Heath Funeral Home, Inc. mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Heath Funeral Home, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Church of Christ, Freewill Baptist, Methodist families, among others.
What sets Heath Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Third-generation family ownership (Jeremy and Tara Heath since 2022).
- Offers Pet Services and Pet Obituaries.
- Provides specialized information and assistance for Medicaid Spend Down to protect assets.
- Offers free educational e-books on funeral planning and veterans' burial benefits.
- Staff includes a Certified Cremation Services Provider (CCSP) and a Prepaid Funeral Insurance License holder.
- Staff members are actively involved in local community organizations and boards.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Medicaid Spend Down Information
- · Veterans Burial Benefits
- · Pet Obituaries
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Church of Christ, Freewill Baptist, Methodist. Languages spoken at the home: English, 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.