Military Funerals

Military funeral honors demonstrate the military and the nation’s deep gratitude for honorable service. The Military Funeral Honors Program establishes policy, assigns responsibilities and provides procedures for military funeral support.

Learn who is eligible for this tribute, how to request funeral honors, the role of the casualty assistance officer and what is included in the funeral honors detail. Also, discover how the ceremony differs among the service branches in terms of traditions and customs.

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Featured MilLife Guides

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Funeral Directors and Planners

Understanding Military Funeral Honors

Military OneSource Services for Military Funerals

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Resilience Tools

Military OneSource Non-medical Counseling

Featured Benefits and Resources

Benefits

Veterans Benefits Administration

Veterans Affairs Life Insurance

Veterans Affairs Bereavement Counseling

Funeral and Burial Benefits for Service Members

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Resources

Casualty Assistance Courses

Military Funeral Honors Directory

Military In Lasting Tribute

Disposition Options for Military Families

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