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Veterans Headstones
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) furnishes upon request, at no charge to the applicant, a Government headstone or marker for the unmarked grave of any deceased eligible veteran in any cemetery around the world, regardless of their date of death. For eligible veterans that died on or after Nov. 1, 1990, VA may also provide a headstone or marker for graves that are already marked with a private headstone or marker. When the grave is already marked, applicants will have the option to apply for either a traditional headstone or marker, or a new device (available spring 2009).
Flat markers in granite, marble, and bronze and upright headstones in granite and marble are available. The style chosen must be consistent with existing monuments at the place of burial. Niche markers are also available to mark columbaria used for inurnment of cremated remains.
When burial or memorialization is in a national cemetery, state veterans' cemetery, or military post/base cemetery, a headstone or marker will be ordered by the cemetery officials based on inscription information provided by the next of kin or authorized representative.
Spouses and dependents are not eligible for a Government-furnished headstone or marker unless they are buried in a national cemetery, state veteran's cemetery, or military post/base cemetery.
Note: There is no charge for the headstone or marker itself, however arrangements for placing it in a private cemetery are the applicant's responsibility and all setting fees are at private expense.
Important Notice - New Law Concerning Eligibility for Headstones and Markers
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Best handled the burying of my son John Joseph Miller 02/20/2020 did am excellent job. 10/11/25 they handled my husbandd Paul's burial and did a superb job in making me as comfortable as possible. Thank you kindly The Miller family
Gary couldn’t be a nicer man! Cremation cost is half or more than most charge! He is friendly, compassionate & very accommodating. I would recommend him highly!
My family has trusted Best with caring for both of our parents and some pets after they passed away. I have a very high opinion of the care they give to the family at such a sensitive time. I would personally recommend them for a family member or pet when that time comes.
Gary is the best. The experience at Best Funeral Home was filled with compassion and professional service. Would highly recommend them and will use them again.
I want to thank Gary for his patience and kindness when my husband Bill passed on August 12. Gary wrote a loving obituary using information I'd given him.He helped with the necessary paper work details. He made the process easier and took away the stress involved.I appreciated his compassion. I'll always remember his calmness. Sandi Kovanes
Hands down the best funeral home I've ever been to. Very professional, caring ,and considerate. Very nice, warm,and clean. Thank you for your amazing service.
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Been a year since you helped me lay Candice to Rest, still a little difficult ,thank you for your thoughtful approach and caring.
I'm still in shock of the passing of my sweet caring lovable son John Joseph Miller who fought 17 years of a TBI from a car accident 04/15/2006. Gary and everyone were so kind and compassionate during our time of grief. They surely will be used "next time" God Bless Gary and all who helped me, my family
I cannot express enough how grateful we are in the handling of my dear husband during this very difficult time. Gary went over and above to accommodate all of my requests, questions, changes etc. and truly empathized with me for our great loss. I am recommending them to family and friends, when they have to make these difficult choices.
Thank you so much for your professionalism, kindness, and grace in planning services for our dear mother, Pearl Franklin. Everything was beautiful and you were truly wonderful to our family. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. Much love to the Best Family from our Franklin Family.
Thank you for your services in time of need. You are a part of our family and all family's during this devastating time for all god bless all prayers. Your services will never be forgotten.
Efficient, accurate, organized, thorough, thoughtful and caring. A great experience for us in a tuff time. Gary made it easier. 2 deaths in 1 yr. for us. Glad to have had Gary’s help and care with the loss of our father and mother.
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