Veteran services at McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory
McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory, located in Columbus, GA, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include spacious chapel and 200 parking spaces, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,580 for basic burial and $1,775 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, memorial services, cremation services, traditional funeral service followed by cremation, graveside service, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include spacious chapel.
Published pricing at McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory: direct cremation from $1,775. That places direct cremation roughly 6% below the Georgia median ($1,895). 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 Mitchell National Cemetery in AL, about 13 miles from McMullen Funeral Home and 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 780 funeral homes in Georgia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,775. 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 McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory is located at 3874 Gentian Blvd. in Columbus, GA. You can reach the home at (706) 569-8015. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory offer veteran families?
McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory provides burial services, memorial services, cremation services, funeral services, traditional funeral service followed by cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1987, offering a distinct level of professional autonomy.
- On-site crematory installed in 2016, ensuring loved ones remain in their direct care.
- Specialization in Medicaid Spend Down assistance through irrevocable funeral accounts.
- Dedicated veteran services, assisting with benefits and appropriate arrangements.
- Extensive personalization options for services, including photos, artwork, music, and readings.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Traditional Funeral Service Followed By Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Selected Independent Funeral Homes
- · Georgia Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Medicaid Spend Down Assistance
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.