Alcorn County Veterans Service Center

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Does VA pay for cremation or burial expenses?
VA does not pay for cremation directly. Any item or service obtained from a funeral home will be at the families' expense. Some Veterans' families may be entitled to a burial allowance

Can I be buried in a National Cemetery if I’m cremated?
Yes, either in ground or above ground placement is available, depending on the cemetery.

Can my spouse be buried with me in a VA National Cemetery?
Yes. However spousal benefits do not apply if the Veteran is buried in a private cemetery.

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