Veteran services at Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home
Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home, located in Jackson, GA, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and government headstones. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,495 for basic burial and $3,060 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and burial services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,060. That places direct cremation roughly 61% above the Georgia median ($1,895). 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 Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery - Milledgeville in GA, about 48 miles from Sherrell-Westbury 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 780 funeral homes in Georgia. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,060. 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 Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home is located at 212 East College Street in Jackson, GA. You can reach the home at (770) 775-3916. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home provides pre-planning, grief support, traditional funeral, cremation services, online tributes, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Methodist, Non-denominational Christian families, among others.
What sets Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1967, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to the Jackson community.
- Owner Joe Westbury's extensive experience, including founding and growing a successful previous funeral home (Conner-Westbury Funeral Home) before returning to lead Sherrell-Westbury.
- Deep community ties, with staff members actively involved in local churches and civic organizations like the Jackson Butts County Rotary Club and 'Shoes for God's Children'.
- Comprehensive pre-planning options, including pre-payment plans designed to protect against inflation and ensure wishes are met.
- Direct guidance to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs resources for veterans' funeral benefits.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Jackson Butts County Rotary Club
- · Butts County Leadership Class
- · Georgia State Board of Funeral Service
- · Rock Springs Church
- · Towaliga Baptist Church
- · Christ Chapel in Zebulon
- · Jackson First Baptist Church
- · St John's Lodge F&AM 45
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Methodist, 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.