Veteran services at Minnich Funeral Home
Veteran families in Hagerstown, MD can turn to Minnich Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,725 for basic burial and $2,800 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: immediate burial, memorial service, graveside service, cremation, and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Minnich Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,800. That places direct cremation roughly 22% 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 Rocky Gap Veterans Cemetery in MD, about 49 miles from Minnich 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 does a funeral at Minnich Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,800. 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 Minnich Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Minnich Funeral Home is located at 415 East Wilson Boulevard in Hagerstown, MD. You can reach the home at (301) 739-6800. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Minnich Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Minnich Funeral Home provides immediate burial, visitation, funeral service, memorial service, graveside service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Minnich Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Minnich Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Minnich Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Lutheran, Brethren families, among others.
What sets Minnich Funeral Home apart
- A four-generation family business established in 1889, originating as Watkins Funeral Home.
- Operates from a modern facility built in 1958 on a 14-acre property.
- Owner Scott M. Minnich, Sr. maintains and uses a reconditioned 1947 Packard Hearse for services.
- Offers extensive preplanning options, including an online form and the transferability of pre-paid plans nationwide.
- Owner and staff are deeply involved in numerous local community and national organizations, reflecting broad engagement.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Immediate Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Inurnment
- · Scattering of Ashes
- · Multiple Urns for Remains
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Antietam Fire Company
- · Alsatia Club
- · B.P.O. Elks Lodge 378
- · Hagerstown Power Squadron
- · Moose Club
- · North American Rod and Gun Club
- · Fraternal Order of Police
- · National Directors Association
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Lutheran, Brethren.
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.