Veteran services at Laughlin Service Funeral Home
Laughlin Service Funeral Home serves veteran families in Huntsville, AL with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. Published pricing lists $6,045 for basic burial and $2,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, honoring veterans, and annual memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Laughlin Service Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,595. That places direct cremation roughly 39% above the Alabama median ($1,870). 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 Chattanooga National Cemetery in TN, about 78 miles from Laughlin Service Funeral Home. 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 479 funeral homes in Alabama. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Laughlin Service Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,595. 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 Laughlin Service Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Laughlin Service Funeral Home is located at 2320 Bob Wallace Avenue Southwest in Huntsville, AL. You can reach the home at (256) 534-2471. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Laughlin Service Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Laughlin Service Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation, advanced funeral planning, honoring veterans, lt fingerprint keepsakes, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Laughlin Service Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Laughlin Service Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Laughlin Service Funeral Home apart
- Over 150 years of continuous operation, established in 1868, making it the oldest business in Madison County.
- Fourth-generation family ownership and involvement, demonstrating a long-term commitment to the community.
- Staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for immediate needs.
- Arrangement conferences and pre-planning appointments available seven days a week.
- Specialization in "Honoring Veterans" services.
- Offers "Premier Vault Service" and an on-site crematory manager who is a licensed cremationist.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Alabama Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
- · Premier Vault Service
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.