Veteran services at Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home
Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home serves veteran families in Damascus, MD with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Published pricing lists $3,605 for basic burial and a quoted rate for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, burial, and military funeral honors. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include gardens.
Published pricing at Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home: direct cremation from $4,620. That places direct cremation roughly 101% 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 Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery in MD, about 26 miles from Molesworth-Williams 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 Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,620. 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 Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home is located at 26401 Ridge Rd. in Damascus, MD. You can reach the home at (301) 253-2138. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, pre-planning, grief support, obituaries, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Methodist, Lutheran, Baptist, Seventh-day Adventist families, among others.
What sets Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home apart
- Over 80 years of continuous operation under the Molesworth-Williams name, with roots tracing back to the mid-1800s William T. Lewis Undertaking.
- The historical significance of the building, originally a 1910 private residence, and the preservation of William T. Lewis's original log cabin on the property.
- Robert L. Williams' extensive tenure as owner and operator since 1968, recognized with a Governor's Citation and an award from Senator Barbara Mikulski for his long-standing service.
- A spacious facility capable of seating 175 individuals for services, complemented by serene gardens and landscaping.
- Specialization in Veterans Services, including assistance with headstones and burial flags.
- Active affiliations with local community organizations such as the Damascus Heritage Society and Damascus Lions Club, indicating deep local ties.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Director’s Association
- · Maryland State Funeral Director’s Association
- · Damascus Heritage Society
- · Damascus Lions Club
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Methodist, Lutheran, Baptist, Seventh-day Adventist.
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.