Veteran services at Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium
Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium in DeRidder, LA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,098 for basic burial and $1,995 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, veterans services, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium: direct cremation from $1,995. That places direct cremation roughly 9% below the Louisiana median ($2,195). 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 Central Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in LA, about 19 miles from Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium. 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 373 funeral homes in Louisiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,995. 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 Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium is located at 3178 Hwy. 190 W in DeRidder, LA. You can reach the home at (337) 463-9996. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium offer veteran families?
Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium provides traditional services, funeral services, burial services, memorial services, cremation services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist families, among others.
What sets Myers Colonial Funeral Home & Crematorium apart
- Operates its own on-site crematory, ensuring continuous care for loved ones.
- Features newly renovated facilities with beautifully maintained greenery, water features, and a historic carriage.
- Includes a spacious chapel adorned with stained-glass windows.
- Offers personalized services, including tribute videos, keepsakes, and live streaming.
- Provides life celebrants for services when clergy are not selected.
- Offers comprehensive preplanning services to document final wishes and manage costs.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Johnson Family
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist.
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.