Veteran services at Memorial Crematory
Memorial Crematory, located in Burns, TN, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,000 for basic burial and $1,660 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: immediate burial, cremation services, full service cremation, memorialization, memorial options, and memorial services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Memorial Crematory: direct cremation from $1,725. That places direct cremation roughly 8% below the Tennessee median ($1,865). 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 Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in TN, about 15 miles from Memorial 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 641 funeral homes in Tennessee. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Memorial Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,725. 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 Memorial Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Memorial Crematory is located at 3230 Hwy. 70 E in Burns, TN. You can reach the home at (615) 446-2808. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Memorial Crematory offer veteran families?
Memorial Crematory provides funeral services, traditional funerals, immediate burial, non-traditional services, cremation services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Memorial Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Memorial Crematory mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Memorial Crematory apart
- Over a century of continuous family leadership and operation in Dickson County since 1909.
- On-site crematory (Memorial Crematory) owned and operated by Taylor Funeral Home since 2004, ensuring local control and care for cremation services.
- Dedicated veteran services including military honors, VA benefit navigation, and personalized veteran tributes.
- Historic yet modern facility with antiques, providing a unique and comforting atmosphere.
- Comprehensive pre-planning and pre-financing options, including burial insurance and pre-arrangement policies, to ease future burdens.
- Active grief support program with aftercare bereavement and a regular grief support group.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Immediate Burial
- · Graveside Ceremonies
- · Burial Insurance
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Full Service Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Grief Support
- · Pre-Need Funerals
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.