Veteran services at Palmer Mortuary
Veteran families in Seguin, TX can turn to Palmer Mortuary for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $6,380 for basic burial and $2,775 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and online memorials. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Palmer Mortuary: direct cremation from $2,775. That places direct cremation roughly 39% above the Texas median ($1,995). 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 Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in TX, about 29 miles from Palmer Mortuary. 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 1,496 funeral homes in Texas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Palmer Mortuary cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,775. 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 Palmer Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Palmer Mortuary is located at 1116 North Austin St. in Seguin, TX. You can reach the home at (830) 379-9430. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Palmer Mortuary offer veteran families?
Palmer Mortuary provides traditional services, cremation services, pre-arrangement plans, grief support, online memorials, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Palmer Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Palmer Mortuary mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Palmer Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Palmer Mortuary apart
- Over 35 years of service in Guadalupe County, Texas.
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance.
- Personalized service approach, highlighted by "We Make It Personal.®" tagline.
- Online memorials with guestbooks, photo uploads, and virtual candles.
- Creation of tribute videos from family photographs.
- Direct flower ordering through local florists from obituary pages.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran Benefits
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
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.