Veteran services at New Hope Funeral Home
For veterans in New Hope, AL, New Hope Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include spacious chapel and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,395 for basic burial and $1,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial services and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include spacious chapel.
Published pricing at New Hope Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,895. That places direct cremation roughly 1% 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 Chattanooga National Cemetery in TN, about 72 miles from New Hope 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 New Hope Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,895. 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 New Hope Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
New Hope Funeral Home is located at 2500 Oak Grove Rd. in New Hope, AL. You can reach the home at (256) 723-4241. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does New Hope Funeral Home offer veteran families?
New Hope Funeral Home provides customized services, memorial services, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does New Hope Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, New Hope Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets New Hope Funeral Home apart
- Customized funeral and memorial services tailored to individual values and budgets
- Specialized veteran funeral and memorial services, including assistance with military honors and benefits
- Dedicated grief support and guidance for families and friends
Military and veteran services listed
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
- · Alabama Funeral Directors Association (AFDA)
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
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.