Veteran services at Jefferson Funeral Chapel
Jefferson Funeral Chapel, located in Alexandria, VA, assists those who served and their families. In their own words: "Jefferson Funeral Chapel provides specialized guidance and assistance for military services, including securing the benefits veterans are entitled to receive." On-site amenities include formal secular chapel (seats 175 guests), suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,995 for basic burial and $3,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include burial, cremation, memorial service, veteran's services, and graveside 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 formal secular chapel (seats 175 guests). 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 Jefferson Funeral Chapel: direct cremation from $3,195. That places direct cremation roughly 31% 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 Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery in MD, approximately 17 miles from Jefferson Funeral Chapel. Jefferson Funeral Chapel can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Jefferson Funeral Chapel also accommodates Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Secular Humanist, and Lgbtq Affirming traditions for veterans whose religious or cultural observance shapes the service. Military honors can be integrated into the family's tradition with no conflict — the honor detail observes the family's pace.
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. Jefferson Funeral Chapel is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Jefferson Funeral Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,195. 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 Jefferson Funeral Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Jefferson Funeral Chapel is located at 5755 Castlewellan Drive in Alexandria, VA. You can reach the home at (703) 971-7400. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Jefferson Funeral Chapel offer veteran families?
Jefferson Funeral Chapel provides funerals, obituaries, immediate need assistance, pre-planning, burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Jefferson Funeral Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Jefferson Funeral Chapel provides specialized guidance and assistance for military services, including securing the benefits veterans are entitled to receive.
Which faith traditions does Jefferson Funeral Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faith and Religious Backgrounds, Non-Sectarian Services families, among others.
What sets Jefferson Funeral Chapel apart
- Family-owned and independently operated, prioritizing service over corporate profit motives.
- Specialization in personalized funeral experiences and diverse funeral rites across all faith and religious backgrounds.
- Modern facilities including a secular chapel seating 175 guests with state-of-the-art media technology.
- Extensive grief support resources, including online counseling, interactive videos, and daily email affirmations.
- Active community involvement, such as hosting the 'CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot' for local food banks.
- Assistance with arranging services in other cities or countries.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Specializations
- · Non-Sectarian Services
- · Diverse Funeral Rites in all Faith and Religious Backgrounds
- · Assisting with Service in Other Cities or Countries
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: All Faith and Religious Backgrounds, Non-Sectarian Services. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish.
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.