Veteran services at W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home
W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home in Fort Oglethorpe, GA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,185 for basic burial and $2,070 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: honoring life, veterans services, cremation products, and burial products. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,070. That places direct cremation roughly 9% 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 Chattanooga National Cemetery in TN, about 5 miles from W.L. Wilson & Sons 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 W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,070. 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 W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home is located at 555 West Cloud Springs Rd. in Fort Oglethorpe, GA. You can reach the home at (706) 866-5555. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home offer veteran families?
W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home provides honoring life, planning ahead, grief support, merchandise, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home apart
- A core philosophy of "Celebrating Life" rather than mourning death.
- Extensive 24/7 online grief support resources, including counseling, group support, interactive videos, and daily email affirmations.
- Multiple chapel locations across North Georgia, providing regional accessibility.
- Dedicated specialization in Veterans Services.
- Emphasis on pre-planning services to ease the burden on families.
Military and veteran services listed
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- · Burial Products
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- · Cremation Products
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- · Veterans Services
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.