Veteran services at Watson Funeral Home
Watson Funeral Home, located in Millsboro, DE, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include chapel, free parking, and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,000 for basic burial and $2,820 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: personalized cremation services, burials, veteran's services, memorial services, and custom memorial videos. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Watson Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,600. That places direct cremation roughly 44% above the Delaware median ($2,497). 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 Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery - Sussex County in DE, about 2 miles from Watson 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 68 funeral homes in Delaware. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Watson Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,600. 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 Watson Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Watson Funeral Home is located at 211 South Washington Street in Millsboro, DE. You can reach the home at (302) 934-7842. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Watson Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Watson Funeral Home provides traditional funeral services, personalized cremation services, burials, celebration of life, veteran's services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Watson Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Watson Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Watson Funeral Home apart
- Six generations of continuous family ownership and operation since the 1830s.
- On-site crematorium facility in Millsboro.
- Extensive grief support resources, including specific guidance for children.
- Highly personalized service options, from unique transportation to themed celebrations and international delivery arrangements.
- 24/7 availability for immediate and pre-need planning assistance.
- Offers financing solutions and flexibility for various budgets.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
- · Committal Services
Cremation
- · Personalized Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Pre-Need Planning
- · Personalized Services
- · Grief Support For Kids
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.