Veteran services at Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels
For veterans in Laredo, TX, Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel and parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,720 for basic burial and $1,790 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, veteran services, and online memorial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels: direct cremation from $1,790. That places direct cremation roughly 10% below the Texas median ($1,995). 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 Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery in Mission in TX, about 114 miles from Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels. 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 1,496 funeral homes in Texas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,790. 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 Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels is located at 719 North Loring Avenue in Laredo, TX. You can reach the home at (956) 722-0001. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels offer veteran families?
Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels provides burial, cremation, traditional funeral services, personalization, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels apart
- Laredo’s oldest family-owned and locally operated funeral home, established in 1914
- Own licensed in-house crematory
- Two distinct locations in Laredo, Texas
- Offers comprehensive veteran services including military honors
- Provides extensive grief support resources, including a year of daily emails and the GriefPlan Video Program
- Recognized as a Laredo Morning Times 2023 Reader's Choice Winner
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Laredo Morning Times 2023 Reader's Choice Winner
- · Texas Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Spanish Speaking Staff
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish, English.
Branches of service mentioned
Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.