Veteran services at Jones Mortuary Inc
Jones Mortuary Inc in East Palo Alto, CA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,195 for basic burial and $2,245 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veterans headstones, veterans burial flags, cremation services, burial services, memorial services, and burial vaults. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Jones Mortuary Inc: direct cremation from $1,275. That places direct cremation roughly 21% below the California median ($1,617). 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 California Central Coast Veterans Cemetery in CA, about 60 miles from Jones Mortuary Inc. 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 1,115 funeral homes in California. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Jones Mortuary Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,275. 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 Jones Mortuary Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Jones Mortuary Inc is located at 660 Donohoe Street in East Palo Alto, CA. You can reach the home at (650) 323-2481. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Jones Mortuary Inc offer veteran families?
Jones Mortuary Inc provides pre-arrangements, live stream services, veterans headstones, veterans burial flags, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Jones Mortuary Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Jones Mortuary Inc mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Jones Mortuary Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Christian, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Jones Mortuary Inc apart
- Long-standing family-founded business with nearly 50 years of service in the East Palo Alto and Bay Area communities.
- Commitment to assisting families in financial distress with dignified and affordable funeral arrangements.
- Founder Charles A. Jones's reputation for a calm and empathetic demeanor during emotional times.
- Extensive community involvement and civic-minded contributions by the founder.
- Comprehensive online resources including grief support, funeral etiquette guidance, and information on social security benefits.
- Offering live stream services for funeral and memorial events, enhancing accessibility for distant family and friends.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Burial Vaults
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Urns
- · Urn Vaults
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · California Funeral Directors Association (CFDA)
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
- · Embalmers Association
- · 100 Black women of Funeral Service
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Cremation Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Christian, Catholic.
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.