Veteran services at Pecan Grove Funeral Home
Pecan Grove Funeral Home in Waco, TX supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,070 for basic burial and $2,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veteran services, memorial services, and burial services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Pecan Grove Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,295. That places direct cremation roughly 15% 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 Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen in TX, about 50 miles from Pecan Grove 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 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 Pecan Grove Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,295. 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 Pecan Grove Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Pecan Grove Funeral Home is located at 3124 Robinson Drive in Waco, TX. You can reach the home at (254) 662-2131. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Pecan Grove Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Pecan Grove Funeral Home provides immediate need services, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Pecan Grove Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Pecan Grove Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Pecan Grove Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Methodist families, among others.
What sets Pecan Grove Funeral Home apart
- Recently renovated chapel with seating for over 200, including a separate family area.
- Spacious staterooms designed to provide a calming atmosphere for families.
- Dedicated arrangement room for personalized service planning.
- Experienced and licensed staff, including Karen Robbins (Manager, Funeral Director in Charge) and Lori Dickson (Funeral Director).
- Affiliation with Higginbotham Funeral Homes of Texas since 2010.
- Specialized grief support resources for children and teens, alongside general grief counseling materials.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Higginbotham Funeral Homes of Texas
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Grief Support for Children
- · Grief Support for Teens
- · Preplanning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Methodist. 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.