Veteran services at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home
Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home in Searcy, AR supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel and paved parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,405 for basic burial and $2,335 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel and columbarium.
Published pricing at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,335. That places direct cremation roughly 46% above the Arkansas median ($1,600). 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 Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery at North Little Rock in AR, about 39 miles from Searcy-McEuen 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 385 funeral homes in Arkansas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,335. 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 Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home is located at 2616 South Main Street in Searcy, AR. You can reach the home at (501) 279-9300. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, traditional services, memorial service, graveside service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Church of Christ, Non-denominational Christian families, among others.
What sets Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home apart
- Long-standing local presence through mergers of Smith Funeral Home, McEuen Funeral Home, and Searcy Funeral Home, dating back to the 1950s.
- Recently renovated facilities including a new business office, remodeled chapel, updated embalming facility, and a dedicated casket selection room.
- Comprehensive grief support resources, including the GriefPlan Video Program by Dr. Jason Troyer and free e-booklets on various grief topics.
- Extensive personalization options for services, incorporating photos, videos, artwork, music, and literary readings.
- Experienced and licensed staff, including Funeral Directors/Embalmers with Mortuary Science degrees and pre-need consultants, deeply connected to the local community.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Church of Christ, Non-denominational Christian. 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.