Veteran services at Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory
Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory in Joplin, MO supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include reception area and adequate parking facilities, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,645 for basic burial and $1,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, memorials & celebrations, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include space for funeral and memorial services.
Published pricing at Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory: direct cremation from $1,295. That places direct cremation roughly 26% below the Missouri median ($1,750). 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 Fort Scott National Cemetery in KS, about 52 miles from Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory. 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 607 funeral homes in Missouri. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,295. 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 Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory is located at 3701 East 7Th Street in Joplin, MO. You can reach the home at (417) 781-1711. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory offer veteran families?
Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory provides burial services, cremation services, specialty funeral services, memorials & celebrations, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory apart
- Over 60 years of service in the Four-State area, with three generations of family involved in the business.
- Comprehensive assistance with veteran benefits and paperwork, including burial flags, headstones, and burial in national/state VA cemeteries.
- Detailed guidance on ash-scattering regulations and support for designing meaningful ceremonies.
- Provision of grief support programs to assist families through their loss.
- Strong working relationships with local cemetery administrators to facilitate burial arrangements.
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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.