Veteran services at Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home
Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home, located in Bastrop, TX, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include reception area and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,810 for basic burial and $2,500 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veterans services, online memorials, burial, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,500. That places direct cremation roughly 25% above 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 Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen in TX, about 68 miles from Marrs-Jones-Newby 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 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 Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,500. 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 Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home is located at 505 Old Austin Highway in Bastrop, TX. You can reach the home at (512) 321-2576. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, preplanning, grief support, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Jewish, Christian (various denominations, including non-denominational), Non-religious services families, among others.
What sets Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home apart
- Digital streaming of services for remote attendees, ensuring participation regardless of location.
- Creation of personalized tribute videos using family photographs.
- A comprehensive 'Resource Library' offering articles and guides on various funeral and grief-related topics.
- Provision of one year of daily grief support emails to families served.
- Explicit familiarity with local cemeteries to streamline burial arrangements.
- Active promotion of the 'Have the Talk of a Lifetime' initiative by FAMIC.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Funeral and Memorial Information Council (FAMIC)
Specialties
- · Veterans' Affairs Benefits
- · Grief Support for Child Loss
- · Jewish Funeral Customs
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Jewish, Christian (various denominations, including non-denominational), Non-religious services.
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.