Burials

The United States government provides a free US flag to drape a casket, accompany an urn, or for other use at a funeral to honor a Veteran. Here's how to get one.

The U.S. Department of Defense, under the "Honoring Those Who Served" program, is responsible for providing distinguished military funeral honors to veterans who have served in the military....

The presentation of a United States flag at a service member's or veteran's funeral is part of a ceremony called "military funeral honors." Arranging for military honors at a loved one's funeral...

The Department of Veterans Affairs is the government agency charged with the administration of veterans' funeral benefits. It also operates the National Cemetery Administration, which is in charge...

When a loved one passes away, we want to honor and remember them in every way possible. The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs offers a burial flag at no cost to the family of any honorably...

A Coast Guard Honor Guard should be requested at the time of death for individuals who have served in the United States Coast Guard. Requesting a Coast Guard Honor Guard is simple and honors the...