Honoring veterans with compassion, Sequim Valley Funeral Chapel guides families through military honors, memorial planning, and pre-arrangements.

Honoring veterans with compassion, Sequim Valley Funeral Chapel guides families through military honors, memorial planning, and pre-arrangements.

Clallam and Jefferson County funeral home offers compassionate support in veteran funeral planning

Funeral home shares key information for veterans and their families on funeral arrangements

The Funeral directors at Sequim Valley Chapel consider it a profound honor to assist veterans and their families during times of loss. Helping those who have dedicated their lives to protecting the nation brings significant satisfaction. However, a common misconception that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) pays all funeral expenses for veterans can often lead to additional grief, as this is not entirely accurate.

To help clarify these details, the Sequim Chapel staff, shares key information about memorial benefits available to veterans and their families.

If an active-duty service member passes away, the federal government typically covers the cost of repatriation, if necessary, along with most, if not all, funeral home expenses. For veterans who are no longer on active duty, however, full reimbursement for funeral expenses is not guaranteed.

Military Honors for Veterans

Veterans who were honorably discharged are entitled to military honors. The level of honors provided depends on the veteran’s rank. Full military honors may include a flag and rifle detail, the playing of taps, and the folding and presentation of a burial flag. These honors are available for veterans who choose either burial or cremation.

Veterans who served but did not retire from their military careers are typically entitled to a two-person flag-folding detail, the playing of taps, and a flag presentation.

Additionally, veterans may be eligible to receive a Presidential Memorial Certificate, which is signed by the President of the United States. Some families may also opt for a motorcycle brigade escort to the burial site. Funeral homes such as Sequim Valley Funeral Chapel coordinate these honors for the families they serve.

Burial and cemetery planning

Planning a burial in a cemetery, whether for veterans or civilians, requires separate arrangements beyond the funeral or cremation services. Families can consult a cemetery specialist, such as Emily Batton at Sequim Valley Funeral Chapel, to discuss headstone options and other details.

The VA provides a flat granite headstone for all service members at no cost to the family. However, families may choose to personalize the headstone at their own expense. For those seeking options for cremation, Mount Angeles Memorial Park recently added three new urn niche banks within the Veteran’s Circle. Each bank includes 48 niches, creating 144 additional spaces for veterans’ final resting places.

Pre-planning funeral arrangements

It is never too early to consider final arrangements, regardless of age or military affiliation. Making these decisions in advance can alleviate emotional and logistical stress during difficult times. Families or individuals with questions about funeral or burial benefits, or those interested in pre-planning, are encouraged to reach out to their local funeral directors.

Sequim Valley Funeral Chapel serves the Clallam and Jefferson County communities with pride and compassion. For more information, individuals can contact the chapel by calling (360) 683-5242 or emailing svc@otypen.com.

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