Veterans Funeral & Cremation Services

Veterans Services & Military Benefits

Many of us take our freedoms for granted, but our staff at Grenoble Family Funeral Homes & Crematory proudly acknowledges the sacrifices made by those who have served our country through their patriotism, love of country and willingness to protect others.

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Our staff is committed to providing quality service and professional assistance to help families complete the necessary forms to obtain benefits that are provided through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for deceased veterans.

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What Are VA Burial Benefits And Memorial Items?

The VA burial benefits are designed to assist service members, veterans, and their families plan and pay for a burial or memorial service in a VA national cemetery. Memorial items are provided through the Veterans Affairs to honor the service of those who have served the country.

Who Qualifies For FREE Burial Benefits And Burial at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery?


Burial in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery is open to all Lycoming, Union & Northumberland County, PA Veterans of the armed forces and active military who have met a minimum active duty service requirement and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable.


A Veteran's spouse, widow or widower, minor dependent children, and under certain conditions, unmarried adult children with disabilities may also be eligible for burial. Eligible spouses and children may be buried even if they predecease the Veteran.


Members of the reserve components of the armed forces who die while on active duty or who die while on training duty, or were eligible for retired pay, may also be eligible for burial.



The cemetery employees believe that Indiantown Gap National Cemetery is not only the resting place for your loved ones, but also a place for the living to treasure their memories in a peaceful and beautiful atmosphere. It is their goal to preserve the dignity, beauty, and serenity of these hallowed grounds at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery for years to come.


Address: 60 Indiantown Gap Road, Annville, PA 17003

Office Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Visitation Hours: Open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Closed federal holidays except Memorial Day and Veterans Day.


Click here to view a map for the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery grounds, committal shelters, assembly area, memorial walk, administration building and other information.



What Are Military Funeral Honors And A Committal Service?

Military funeral honors include the playing of “Taps,” a rifle detail, a color guard and uniformed service members who properly fold and present the United States flag to the grieving family. These flags are typically given to the deceased’s next of kin or close friend.In order for the survivors to qualify to receive the burial flag, the veteran or reservist must be described by at least one of the following:


  • Served in wartime
  • Died while serving on active duty after May 27, 1941
  • Served after January 31, 1955
  • Served in peacetime and left military service before June 27, 1950, after serving at least one enlistment or because of a disability that was caused - or made worse - by their active military service
  • Served in the Selected Reserves, or served in the military forces of the Philippines while in service of the United States and died on or after April 25, 1951.

What Are Burial Benefits And How Do I Apply?

The veterans death benefits help cover the burial, funeral and transportation costs associated with the deceased’s services and disposition. For those being buried in a national cemetery, survivors can receive assistance with the burial and funeral costs, the plot or internment, and the transporting of the veteran’s remains for burial.

You must file a claim for a non-service-connected burial allowance within two years after the veteran’s burial or cremation. There is no time limit to file for a service-connected burial, plot or interment allowance.

You can apply online at https://www.va.gov/burials-and-memorials/application/530/introduction or by mail after completing the VA Form 21P-530.
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A veteran who didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge or a service member who died while on active duty may be eligible for a headstone or marker if they meet certain requirements. To find out if your deceased loved one qualifies, visit
https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/memorial-items/headstones-markers-medallions/.

The Department of Veteran Affairs also provides a headstone for unmarked graves of an eligible deceased veteran at no charge. To request a headstone, grave marker, or niche marker, fill out the VA Form 10-1330 and send to:

Department of Veteran Affairs
5109 Russell Road
Quantico, VA 22134-3909 


For more information regarding VA burial benefits and memorial items, visit https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/ or contact the VA office at 1-800-827-1000.