Veteran services at Peninsula Funeral Home
Peninsula Funeral Home serves veteran families in Newport News, VA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include on-site chapel with live streaming capabilities, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,900 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel with live streaming capabilities, recording of funeral and memorial ceremonies, personalized memorial folders, prayer cards, and thank you cards, and multiple display options for pictures and memorials (video slideshow capability).
Published pricing at Peninsula Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,810. That places direct cremation roughly 15% above the Virginia median ($2,435). 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 Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in VA, about 18 miles from Peninsula 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 579 funeral homes in Virginia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Peninsula Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,810. 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 Peninsula Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Peninsula Funeral Home is located at 11144 Warwick Blvd. in Newport News, VA. You can reach the home at (757) 595-4424. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Peninsula Funeral Home offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at Peninsula Funeral Home starts at $2,810. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does Peninsula Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Peninsula Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Peninsula Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Buddhist, Catholic, Episcopal, Greek Orthodox, Jewish families, among others.
What sets Peninsula Funeral Home apart
- Three generations of Turbyfill family ownership and operation since 1927.
- Offers live streaming and recording of funeral and memorial ceremonies held in their chapel.
- Broad familiarity with last rite customs for many religions, including Buddhist, Christian (Catholic, Episcopal, Greek Orthodox), Jewish, and Muslim traditions.
- Active community involvement and support for local organizations, such as Edmarc Hospice for Children.
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Buddhist Ceremonies
- · Christian Ceremonies
- · Catholic Christian Ceremonies
- · Jewish Ceremonies
- · Muslim Ceremonies
- · Military Services
- · Services for all faiths and customs
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Buddhist, Catholic, Episcopal, Greek Orthodox, Jewish, Muslim.
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.