FUNERAL HOME PRESENTATION FOR THE MILITARY VETERAN
AND PRE-NEED SERVICE
"Mr. Field. I was planning on being cremated, but after having seen your Air Force casket, I now want to be buried in one, and thank you for what you do for us Veterans”.
Byron ‘BB’ Bartlett
Tail Gunner, B-17, WWII, USAAF
The white gloves are placed on the Veterans' hands with the right hand gripping the handle of the sword (un-scabbarded) with the left hand resting on top of the right hand, the sword pointing downward from just above the waist on top of the Branch of Service Flag which is placed over the body. The hat is displayed to the left and below the crook of the arm. Or, it can be displayed on the Top of the foot end of the casket, placed on the American Flag, facing outboard. The empty scabbard is placed on the left at the waist as though attached to the belt, and pointing downward, as it would be worn.
If the service is for a closed casket, then the Hat and Gloves are placed on top of the casket, at the head end with the visor facing towards the foot end. The handle end of the Sword and Scabbard are placed just below the Hat and Gloves centered on top of the casket pointing to the foot end also. The arch of the sword and scabbard will be facing towards the back side, or left, and the inverted side to the front.
The Veteran is now ready for viewing and burial.
Should the Family so desire and in memory of the Veteran, the Sword & Scabbard can be removed along with the Hat & Gloves, Honorable Service Display, Flag Bag, Register Book, and Ceremonial Belt & Buckle. The Coat-of-Arms is also available to the Family. The Service Flag remains in place for a final tribute of the Veteran’s Service.
PRE-NEED
The Pre-Need casket is shipped immediately from the manufacturer when completed. It will be delivered into storage or wherever the Veteran or Next-of-Kin so chooses to have it sent.
Included with a Pre-Need casket is a Family Coat-of-Arms and a Pallbearers’ Kit.
OPTIONAL PRE-NEED ITEMS
In the Halls of Military History it is rumored that some Veterans “...would like to “be buried with my rifle in hand”. And, as history has it, some did just that. If that be the case, the leading company of restoration vintage firearms, MILTECH, offers for purchase ‘03 Springfield’s, and M1 Garand and Carbines. As with the Sword that is included with the casket, the rifle can be used for burial and/or just viewing purposes. It also would be a memorable item with long lasting sentiment and value.
“I’ll give you my gun when you take it from my cold, dead hands”.
Charlton Heston - President
National Rifle Association
May 20th, 2000
PALLBEARERS’ KIT consists of six pair of White Gripper Gloves, Officer Sword Mourning Knots which are used as arm bands, and Branch of Service Lapel Pins. This is included in the price of a Pre-Need casket.
UNIFORM AND MEDALS FOR BURIAL of Officers and Enlisted personnel by authorized Military Clothing Sales Stores upon request. MCSS will make every effort to accommodate At-Need service. The uniform ceremonial belt that is included with the casket can be displayed at the waist as it would be worn.
ATTIRE that would be appropriate to wear if the Veteran is not in uniform quite often is asked of me. My recommendation is that either a black or blue blazer, sport coat, or suit, be worn with a white shirt. For the Air Force and Coast Guard, a light blue shirt will do nicely as that is the color of the shirt worn with their Dress Blue uniform. Medals and Ribbons can be worn just above the left breast pocket with a branch of service Blazer Crest on the pocket. The Crests can be obtained by contacting Jonathan Field. For an appropriate Tie, go to Ties of Honor and select your branch of service, divisions served, decorations awarded, campaigns participated in, or a regimental Tie. Now, the personal presentation of the Veteran is complete, and along with the Sword and Scabbard, Service Flag, and the Hat & Gloves, make for a perfect viewing in honor of a deserving Veteran who is without uniform. These blazer crests are 4” in diameter with a pin back.
GRAVE MARKER is from Valley
Forge Flag Company. It is cast in bronze to memorialize those having served our country.
MILITARY UNIFORM CASKET COVER is described best by a Veteran who stated to me that “what might you have to offer as a cover for my beautiful casket, as I don't want dirt shoveled all over it”. So I came up with the idea of a fitted cover made of the uniform fabric and trim with a 8” embroidered emblem, along with his rank and name. He loved it!
PERSONALIZATION PACKAGE is for the display of rank and name offered embroidered on the uniform fabric, or on the Honorable Service Display. Also included are choices of gold or silver leaf vinyl letters that can be applied on the casket itself.
LOCKER BOX OF MEMORIES is a memento box and a lasting heirloom. Beautifully hand crafted using Appalachian Cherry, offered stained in either Walnut, Cherry, or finished in its natural color. Included is a Branch of Service Hat Emblem displayed on top with a choice of three rows of laser engraved lettering. It comes with brass corner guards, hinges, handles, and a keyed latch, and is finished with multiple coats of furniture grade lacquer. The inside tray and the compartment are lined using the uniform fabric and trim. The Locker Box provides storage of significant personal items of the Veteran, and for their family as a keepsake.
Available in Walnut, Cherry and Natural
RIBBONS AND MEDALS can be purchased for Military purposes from Medals of America
“Absolutely beautiful work. A great memorial to someone who gave
so much so I can live the life I do.”
Dr. Joseph L. Bauer
MILITARY SERVICE CREST is the Veterans hand made branch of service emblem and isdisplayed on the inside of the lid. The Family COAT-OF-ARMS is displayed on the outside at the head end of the casket, or over the front side. These authentic Crests and Coat-of-Arms are included exclusively on a Pre-Need casket. The Family name can only be provided if the last name can be researched. These can also be purchased individually or as a pair.
Marine Corps Crest and a Family Coat-of-Arms.
Also available for the Civil Services.
MILITARY EMBROIDERIES that are shown displayed on the inside of the casket lid are also offered for purchase. These are in a class by themselves as to the fine quality of their making, attention to detail, and are beautifully representative of our Military Services. These embroideries are 8” in diameter.
MILITARY LOGOS are hand made using the same technique as Coat-of-Arms, which are made entirely of gold wire thread on the traditional black felt, and 6” in diameter. They will be presented for use in the casket lid of an upcoming Military Casket being readied for purchase.
MILITARY SERVICE CREST, EMBROIDERIES and LOGOS serve the same purpose when used with the casket, and can also be purchased seperately. They make for a terrific memorium item by adding the Veteran’s Rank, Name, Branch of Service in which he served, Service Number, and many more options. S or itemsenior Medals and/or Ribbons can also be displayed. They are made as the casket interiors, using uniform fabric and trim. When ordering, please keep in mind that extra fabric will be needed to accomodate any additional items or information as mentioned. There in no up-charge for the extra fabric or trim.
STORAGE is available at MAYFLOWER storage facilities throughout the United States nearest the Veterans' residence, with guaranteed delivery within 24 to 48 hours. For storage purposes, it can be packaged in a wooden crate for an up-charge. This offers a comforting Peace of Mind.
SHIPPING for the casket will be by either UPS or FedEx in an Air Tray for both Ground and Air Transportation.
MANUFACTURING
We are proud of our association with Mona and Gary Cummins of Speciality Enterprises, Kyle Jasksons’ East Central Burial Supply, Pam Soper at Bev's Threads, and Mr. Tom Bailey of Sterling Casket Hardware Co. or their cooperation in the making of our caskets. They are four of the most respected companies in the Funeral Industry with a reputation of integrity in their manufacturing process, high standard of quality, and a long history of service to the industry.
“... thanks for such a touching tribute to the Veterans of the USA. These caskets are by far the most remarkable thing that I have ever seen. I had planned to purchase another type, but since seeing your selection, have decided to change my mind.”.
Alvin Gainey
U.S. Army Veteran
THE DEFINITION OF TRUE VALUE IS THE SUM OF
QUALITY, PRICE, SERVICE, GUARANTEE AND AUTHENTICITY
the Service or its personnel and that they conform to the dictates of good taste and propriety.”
Written permission was granted to Jonathan Field in 1996.
Permission to use the Branch of Service emblems in no way implies endorsement of the Jonathan Field products,
for which they are used.