Veteran services at Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory in Lynchburg, VA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory offers specialized services to honor veterans, acknowledging their sacrifice and patriotism. They are committed to providing specific programs and assistance for military families." 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.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation and veteran services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include beautifully appointed chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory: direct cremation from $3,450. That places direct cremation roughly 42% above the Virginia median ($2,435). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Danville National Cemetery in VA, approximately 56 miles from Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory. Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Virginia has approximately 579 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory is among them.
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?
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory offers specialized services to honor veterans, acknowledging their sacrifice and patriotism. They are committed to providing specific programs and assistance for military families.
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
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
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On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
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Specializations
- · Grief Support
- · Supporting Families
- · Honoring Veterans
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.