A Salute to Service: Honors Our Veterans URQUHART CRENSHAW FUNERAL AND CREMATION Family
I n moments of parting, honoring those who have served our country with dignity and respect becomes not only a duty but a profound privilege. Urquhart & Crenshaw Funeral and Cremation Family takes immense pride in their role of commemorating veterans’ lives, ensuring that their ser- vice and dedication are recognized with the utmost reverence. Their commitment to providing pro- fessional and dignified assistance stands as a testament to their respect for the sacrifices made by these brave individuals. Understanding the importance of military funeral honors, Urquhart & Crenshaw ensures that all eligible veterans receive the recognition they deserve, free of charge as mandated by law. The eligi- bility for these honors is confirmed through the veteran’s DD-214 or discharge papers. Those eligi- ble include military members who are currently on active duty or in the Selected Reserve, former military members who served on active duty and departed under honorable conditions, and those who completed at least one term of enlistment in the Selected Reserve. Additionally, former military members discharged due to a service-related disability are also eligible. For veterans, the traditional honors provided form a poignant aspect of the service. At a minimum, these honors include the ceremonial folding and presentation of the American flag to the next of kin, accompanied by the playing of Taps, either by a bugler or a recording. This powerful tribute is performed by an honor guard detail comprising at least two members of the Armed Forces. One
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