Military Funeral Honors

September 2020
Funeral planners or family members of eligible deceased veterans may request funeral honors by contacting a representative at the number listed in the Military Funeral Honors Directory for their area. They can also. …
Podcast

Military Funeral Honors

Podcast | April 2022
This podcast covers events from the 2022 International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association Convention and how such events help the Defense Department in providing military funeral honors.
Article

Military Funeral Honors Eligibility

Article | September 2021

Military funeral honors are provided to recognize the sacrifice and contributions of our nation’s veterans.

Essentials

Military Funeral Honors – The Essentials

Essentials | March 2020

Military Funeral Honors provides a final tribute to eligible veterans and a meaningful ceremony to their families. Military OneSource provides information to help you navigate the process to arrange Military Funeral Honors.

General

Military Funeral Honors — A Hero’s Grace

General | December 2021
This video honors those who have served their country, including a poem that pays tribute to their honorable and faithful service. It also provides an overview for funeral planners of military funeral honors elements.. …
Benefits

Veterans & Military Funeral Honors – Benefits

Benefits | October 2020
As a veteran, you may be eligible to choose between two GI Bill programs for educational benefits: the Post-9/11 GI Bill and the Montgomery GI Bill. If you served at least 90 days of active duty since Sept. 11, 2001, you may be. …

International Military Funeral Honors Directory

October 2020
Funeral planners or family members of eligible deceased veterans may request Military Funeral Honors by contacting the military funeral honors coordinator listed by country or province on the International Military Funeral Honors page. They can. …
Resources

Veterans & Military Funeral Honors – Resources

Resources | October 2020
The Department of Veterans Affairs and other government agencies offer a substantial number of programs and services for veterans, their dependents and survivors. Beyond benefits, these programs and services can help you make the most of your. …

Military Funeral Honors: Burial at Sea Program

July 2022

This article outlines the Navy’s Burial at Sea Program, including eligibility criteria, how to initiate honors and a general timeline for honors to be carried out.

Article

What to Expect During Military Funeral Honors

Article | October 2021

From the folding of the flag to the sounding of Taps, here is a guide to what you can expect during military funeral honors.

Article

Frequently Asked Questions About Military Funeral Honors

Article | April 2020

The Military Funeral Honors program includes several key elements that your casualty assistance officer or Military Funeral Honors coordinator can guide you through. In addition, here are some frequently asked questions and answers to navigating the traditional process.