Veteran services at Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory in Lynchburg, VA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include beautifully appointed chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,700 for basic burial and $3,450 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include beautifully appointed chapel.
Published pricing at Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory: direct cremation from $3,450. That places direct cremation roughly 42% above the Virginia median ($2,435). 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 Danville National Cemetery in VA, about 56 miles from Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory. 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 579 funeral homes in Virginia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,450. 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 Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory is located at 427 Graves Mill Road in Lynchburg, VA. You can reach the home at (434) 239-2405. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory offer veteran families?
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory provides customized funeral services, funeral services, cremation, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory apart
- Family Owned & Operated
- Specialized Honoring Veterans Program
- Customized Service Options to reflect individual values and budget
- Comprehensive Grief Support, including a '365 Days of Healing' email series
- Unique on-site bee hives and honey production
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- · Funeral Home
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- · Grief Support
- · Supporting Families
- · Honoring Veterans
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.