Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home

Veteran services at Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home

Veteran families in Leonardtown, MD can turn to Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists $6,815 for basic burial and $2,350 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: burial and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Published pricing at Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,350. That places direct cremation roughly 2% above 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 Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery in MD, about 32 miles from Mattingley-Gardiner 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 313 funeral homes in Maryland. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home apart

• Michael K. Gardiner, Sr.'s over 50 years of experience in funeral service, including extensive professional certifications and leadership roles in state and national associations.
• 24-hour availability of staff for immediate assistance.
• Strong community involvement through Michael K. Gardiner, Sr.'s leadership in local organizations like the Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad, Third District Optimist Club, and Knights of Columbus.
• Specialized services including Veteran Memorial Services, Fallen Heroes Services, and Organ & Tissue Donation.
• Three dedicated chapels and ample, well-lighted parking at their facility, located one block from the center of Leonardtown Square.
• Comprehensive grief support resources, including daily email programs and weekly tips for supporting others.

Burial and cremation services

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Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Catholic.

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.