Veteran services at Nelson Funeral Home
Veteran families in Fayette, AL can turn to Nelson Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. On-site amenities include nelson funeral home chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,875 for basic burial and $2,000 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, burial, cremation, and military funeral honors. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include nelson funeral home chapel.
Published pricing at Nelson Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,000. That places direct cremation roughly 7% above the Alabama median ($1,870). 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 Alabama National Cemetery in AL, about 68 miles from Nelson 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 479 funeral homes in Alabama. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Nelson Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,000. 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 Nelson Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Nelson Funeral Home is located at 3659 Highway 171 North in Fayette, AL. You can reach the home at (205) 932-8961. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Nelson Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Nelson Funeral Home provides funeral service, memorial service, burial, cremation, pre-arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Nelson Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Nelson Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Nelson Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Free Will Baptist, Christian Denominations (accommodated) families, among others.
What sets Nelson Funeral Home apart
- Offers a comprehensive online pre-arrangement form for detailed planning of final wishes.
- Provides extensive support and guidance for veteran services, including eligibility, military honors, and documentation assistance.
- Delivers complimentary daily grief messages via email for up to one year to support grieving families.
- Offers flexible options for memorial services, allowing them to be held at the funeral home, a final resting place, or a private home.
- Assists families with navigating Social Security benefits for surviving family members through detailed online resources.
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Free Will Baptist, Christian Denominations (accommodated). Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.