Veteran services at March Life Tribute Center
March Life Tribute Center, located in Randallstown, MD, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $4,900 for basic burial and $2,850 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Published pricing at March Life Tribute Center: direct cremation from $1,700. That places direct cremation roughly 26% below the Maryland median ($2,300). 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 Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery in MD, about 6 miles from March Life Tribute Center. 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 313 funeral homes in Maryland. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at March Life Tribute Center cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,700. 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 March Life Tribute Center located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
March Life Tribute Center is located at 5616 Old Court Road in Randallstown, MD. You can reach the home at (301) 490-1550. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does March Life Tribute Center offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at March Life Tribute Center starts at $1,700. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does March Life Tribute Center help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, March Life Tribute Center mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does March Life Tribute Center accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, Hindu families, among others.
What sets March Life Tribute Center apart
- Part of a long-standing, family-owned funeral home network established in 1957.
- Operates as a 'Life Tribute Center,' designed to host celebrations of life and other significant events beyond traditional funerals.
- Accommodates a diverse range of religious and cultural practices, including Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, and Hindu services, with facilities for witnessed cremations.
- Owner of King Memorial Park, a 154-acre cemetery in Baltimore, which is the largest African American owned and operated cemetery in the U.S.
- Founder and sponsor of Roberta's House, a family grief support center in Baltimore.
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, Hindu.
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.