Veteran services at Ridgeway Funeral Home
Veteran families in Paris, TN can turn to Ridgeway Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $4,495 for basic burial and $2,185 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Ridgeway Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,185. That places direct cremation roughly 17% above the Tennessee median ($1,865). 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 Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery at Parkers Crossroads in TN, about 35 miles from Ridgeway 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 641 funeral homes in Tennessee. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Ridgeway Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,185. 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 Ridgeway Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Ridgeway Funeral Home is located at 201 Dunlap St. in Paris, TN. You can reach the home at (731) 642-2121. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Ridgeway Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Ridgeway Funeral Home provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Ridgeway Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Ridgeway Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Ridgeway Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for United Methodist, Pentecostal, Assemblies of God, Catholic, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Ridgeway Funeral Home apart
- Commitment to upholding high ethical and professional standards.
- Highly trained associates focused on personalized and dedicated service.
- Ability to personalize both traditional and non-traditional ceremonies.
- Comprehensive pre-planning services with flexible funding options to alleviate family burden.
- Specialized services for veterans.
- Extensive grief support resources, including a year of weekly messages.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: United Methodist, Pentecostal, Assemblies of God, Catholic, Baptist. 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.