Information for Families and Funeral Directors

Honorably Discharged veterans are eligible for funeral honors. When available, New York State’s military forces provide this service at no cost to the families or funeral homes. We are honored to provide these services for departed veterans and their families.

Types of Honors

Modified Full Honors - (9 Soldiers)

• Consists of:
  • Chaplain (When requested and if available)
  • Firing Party
  • Playing of Taps
  • Flag Folding
  • Flag presentation to next of kin
• Authorized for:
  • Retirees with 20 or more years of service
  • National Guard, Reserve and Active-Component services members who died while on Active Duty

Modified Honors - (2 Soldiers)

• Consists of:
  • Playing of Taps
  • Flag Folding
  • Flag Presentation to next of kin
• Authorized for:
  • All Army Veterans with an honorable discharge

Required Documentation:

• DD214 for Active Duty or Reservists
• NGB 22 for National Guardsman

For information on obtaining a DD214, visit http://www.va.gov

Funeral Directors should complete a DMNA Form 86 as early as possible and contact their nearest office.

To request Honor Guard services for veterans of all other branches, please use the contact information below.

If you cannot contact the above numbers, call (716) 574-4431 for assistance.

For more information, email kimberly.s.carmody.ctr@mail.mil