Veteran services at Schertz Funeral Home
Schertz Funeral Home serves veteran families in Schertz, TX with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $3,395 for basic burial and $2,110 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, traditional burial, and online memorial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Schertz Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,160. That places direct cremation roughly 8% 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 12 miles from Schertz 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 Schertz Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,160. 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 Schertz Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Schertz Funeral Home is located at 2217 Fm 3009 in Schertz, TX. You can reach the home at (210) 658-9224. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Schertz Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Schertz Funeral Home provides cremation, traditional burial, pre-planning, grief support, send flowers, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Schertz Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Schertz Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Schertz Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (various denominations), Jewish families, among others.
What sets Schertz Funeral Home apart
- Independent, family-owned business established in 1998.
- On-site state-of-the-art crematory opened in 2005, ensuring all cremation services are handled directly.
- Facility located on cemetery grounds, offering convenient arrangements at one location.
- Commitment to personalized service with the tagline "We Make It Personal.®".
- Comprehensive grief support including online memorials, tribute videos, and a year of daily grief support emails.
- Specialization in Veterans' Affairs Benefits, offering a detailed guide and assistance for eligible families.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veterans' Affairs Benefits
- · Child Loss Support
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (various denominations), Jewish.
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.