Veteran services at Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory
Veteran families in Daphne, WV can turn to Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $4,895 for basic burial and $995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: honoring veterans, burial, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include columbarium.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is West Virginia National Cemetery in WV, about 60 miles from Hughes Funeral Home & 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 299 funeral homes in West Virginia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory publish funeral prices?
Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (251) 621-5890 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory is located at 26209 Pollard Road in Daphne, WV. You can reach the home at (251) 621-5890. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory offer veteran families?
Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory provides service options, personalization, honoring veterans, preplanning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths families, among others.
What sets Hughes Funeral Home & Crematory apart
- Family-owned and operated, emphasizing a personal touch distinct from corporate funeral homes.
- New, state-of-the-art facility designed by Donna Hughes, occupied in 2019.
- On-site crematory, offering direct control over the cremation process.
- Offers livestreaming of chapel services and audio recording of graveside services for remote attendees.
- Strong emphasis on personalization, encouraging families to incorporate unique hobbies, interests, and themes into ceremonies.
- Founder Benjie Hughes's extensive experience in funeral service since 1974, and owner Rick Hughes's deep community ties and family heritage in Paducah.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
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- · Burial
Cremation
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On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · BBB Accredited
- · Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths. 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.