Veteran services at Russell Funeral Home Inc
Russell Funeral Home Inc in Winston Salem, NC supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. Staff help families secure VA burial benefits, request military honors, and coordinate with national or state veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include russell funeral home chapel, mary rose russell chapel, and carl h. russell, sr. chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,375 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: private graveside services and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include russell funeral home chapel, mary rose russell chapel, and carl h. russell, sr. chapel.
Published pricing at Russell Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $2,995. That places direct cremation roughly 62% above the North Carolina median ($1,850). 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 Salisbury National Cemetery Annex in NC, about 32 miles from Russell Funeral Home Inc. 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 845 funeral homes in North Carolina. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Russell Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,995. 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 Russell Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Russell Funeral Home Inc is located at 822 Carl Russell Avenue in Winston Salem, NC. You can reach the home at (336) 722-3459. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Russell Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Russell Funeral Home Inc provides private family services, private graveside services, private visitations, funeral planning, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Russell Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Russell Funeral Home Inc assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Russell Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, African Methodist Episcopal (AME), Christian (Non-denominational) families, among others.
What sets Russell Funeral Home Inc apart
- Multi-generational family ownership and operation since 1939, with multiple Russell family members actively involved in daily operations.
- The 1993 renovated facility features distinct architectural elements including a Tennessee Crab Orchard stone and brick exterior, a terrazzo floor, a water fountain, a botanical flower garden, and named chapels (Mary Rose Russell Chapel and Carl H. Russell, Sr. Chapel).
- Founder Carl H. Russell, Sr.'s legacy includes public service as an Alderman and Mayor Pro-tem of Winston-Salem.
- Carl H. Russell, Jr. was recognized as a "master embalmer" with "anointed hands," known for his exceptional skills in restorative art.
- Offers extensive grief resources through the "Griefwords Online Library," featuring articles from Dr. Alan Wolfelt and the Center for Loss and Life Transition.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Private Graveside Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · N.C. Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veteran services
- · Green burial
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, African Methodist Episcopal (AME), Christian (Non-denominational). 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.