Veteran services at Neal Funeral Home Inc
Neal Funeral Home Inc serves veteran families in Lawrenceburg, TN with military funeral planning. In their own words: "William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd. provides specialized services for veterans, including assisting families with obtaining earned benefits and coordinating military honors. The funeral home's founder was a decorated Korean War veteran, and the staff includes veterans. They regularly coordinate burials and services at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies." On-site amenities include chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,510 for basic burial and $2,545 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, honoring veterans, burial, and graveside memorial. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Neal Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $2,545. That places direct cremation roughly 36% above the Tennessee median ($1,865). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in TN, approximately 61 miles from Neal Funeral Home Inc. Neal Funeral Home Inc can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Tennessee has approximately 641 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Neal Funeral Home Inc is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Neal Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,545. 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 Neal Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Neal Funeral Home Inc is located at 231 North Military Avenue in Lawrenceburg, TN. You can reach the home at (931) 762-9447. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Neal Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Neal Funeral Home Inc provides funeral services, cremation services, honoring veterans, preplanning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Neal Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd. provides specialized services for veterans, including assisting families with obtaining earned benefits and coordinating military honors. The funeral home's founder was a decorated Korean War veteran, and the staff includes veterans. They regularly coordinate burials and services at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
Which faith traditions does Neal Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Presbyterian, Methodist, Christian and Missionary Alliance families, among others.
What sets Neal Funeral Home Inc apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1961, with a legacy rooted in its decorated veteran founder.
- Extensive personalization options, including tribute videos, photo collages, custom artwork displays, and personalized music selections.
- Specialized veteran services, including assistance with benefits and coordination of military honors at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
- Comprehensive online pre-planning tools and grief resources.
- Facilities include an on-site chapel, reception area, and portable graveside equipment for outdoor services.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Southwestern PA Funeral Directors
Specializations
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic, Presbyterian, Methodist, Christian and Missionary Alliance.
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.