Veteran services at McDow Funeral Home Inc
McDow Funeral Home Inc in Waynesboro, VA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel and large parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,500 for basic burial and $3,100 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at McDow Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $3,100. That places direct cremation roughly 27% above the Virginia median ($2,435). 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 Culpeper National Cemetery Annex in VA, about 57 miles from McDow Funeral Home Inc. 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 579 funeral homes in Virginia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at McDow Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,100. 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 McDow Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
McDow Funeral Home Inc is located at 1701 West Main Street in Waynesboro, VA. You can reach the home at (540) 949-8133. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does McDow Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
McDow Funeral Home Inc provides traditional services, cremation services, funeral service, memorial service, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does McDow Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, McDow Funeral Home Inc mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does McDow Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Methodist, Baptist, Mennonite, Pentecostal, Free Methodist families, among others.
What sets McDow Funeral Home Inc apart
- Independent, locally owned and operated since 1949.
- Features an on-site crematory, offering direct cremation services.
- Provides an extensive online Grief Library with resources from Dr. Alan Wolfelt.
- Offers comprehensive pre-planning services, available both in-person and through an online planner.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
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On-site facilities
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Methodist, Baptist, Mennonite, Pentecostal, Free Methodist.
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.