Veteran services at Manchester Funeral Home
Manchester Funeral Home in Manchester, TN supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,290 for basic burial and $2,190 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veteran services, memorial service, graveside service, and scattering cremated remains. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Manchester Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,170. That places direct cremation roughly 37% below the Tennessee median ($1,865). 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 55 miles from Manchester 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 641 funeral homes in Tennessee. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Manchester Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,170. 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 Manchester Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Manchester Funeral Home is located at 214 East Main Street in Manchester, TN. You can reach the home at (931) 728-3505. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Manchester Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Manchester Funeral Home provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Manchester Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Manchester Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Manchester Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Methodist, Congregational families, among others.
What sets Manchester Funeral Home apart
- Over 90 years of continuous operation, established in 1932.
- On-site crematory available for cremation services.
- Explicitly noted by a family testimonial as being "about 40% cheaper than the big funeral chains."
- Highly personalized services, including custom music, readings, photo displays, and keepsake programs to reflect individual lives.
- Comprehensive pre-planning options, including online planning tools and detailed checklists.
- Extensive grief support resources and guidance for supporting grieving individuals.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Ground Interment
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Scattering Cremated Remains
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · CT Funeral Directors Association
- · MARC, Inc
- · NFDA
Specialties
- · Bilingual Services
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Methodist, Congregational. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish.
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.