James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc.

Veteran services at James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc.

James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc., located in High Point, NC, assists those who served and their families. In their own words: "The funeral home provides Military Funeral Honors, which include the folding and presentation of the United States flag and the playing of Taps. These ceremonies are performed by at least two members of the Armed Forces, with one from the veteran's branch. Military Funeral Honor Teams can also serve as pallbearers upon request. Eligibility for these honors is established using documents like the DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other discharge papers showing honorable service." On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,715 for basic burial and $1,395 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

Veteran-related services offered include veterans services, burial, cremation, and memorial service. 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 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 James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc.: direct cremation from $1,395. That places direct cremation roughly 25% below the North Carolina median ($1,850). 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 Salisbury National Cemetery Annex in NC, approximately 34 miles from James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc.. James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

North Carolina has approximately 845 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,395. 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 James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. is located at 206 Fourth St. in High Point, NC. You can reach the home at (336) 882-4724. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. offer veteran families?

James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. provides pre-planning, grief support, veterans services, burial, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?

The funeral home provides Military Funeral Honors, which include the folding and presentation of the United States flag and the playing of Taps. These ceremonies are performed by at least two members of the Armed Forces, with one from the veteran's branch. Military Funeral Honor Teams can also serve as pallbearers upon request. Eligibility for these honors is established using documents like the DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other discharge papers showing honorable service.

Which faith traditions does James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Baptist families, among others.

What sets James F. Johnson & Sons, Inc. apart

Multi-generational family involvement with James F. Johnson and his sons, Grantheum and Garcia, all serving as Funeral Service Licensees.
Partnership with the Haizlip family in High Point since 2003, bringing together established local funeral service expertise.
Newly renovated facilities and a modern fleet of vehicles.
Active support of local schools, churches, and community programs.
Emphasis on an honest approach and affordable prices for services.

Military & veteran services offered

★Veterans Services

★Memorial Service

Burial & cremation services

Burial

· Burial

Cremation

· Cremation

On-site facilities

· Lobby Area

· Showroom

· Chapel

Affiliations & specializations

Industry affiliations

· Haizlip Funeral Home

Specializations

· Veterans Services

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Baptist. Languages spoken at the home: English.

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How 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.