FUNERAL HOME PRESENTATION FOR THE MILITARY VETERAN 
AND PRE-NEED SERVICE

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. It is also proper to wrap the Veteran in an American Flag for burial. The hat is displayed to the left and below the crook of the arm. Or, it can be displayed on the top corner of the pillow closest to the open lid and to the left of the Veteran’s head. 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 Cover 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 Cover 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 Cover & Gloves, Honorable Service Display, Flag Bag, Register Book, Ceremonial Belt & Buckle, and the Coat-of-Arms if it is a pre-need. The Brass Motto and Flag Plates can be removed. The Service Flag remains in place for a final tribute of the Veteran’s Service.

 

PRE-NEED

I do a lot of Pre-Need caskets as Veterans like to have a “say” in their final presentation. They  have choices and like to get involved in the details of the planning and placement of their awards and other embellishments, plus the personalized embroidery that is included.   

The Pre-Need casket is shipped immediately from the manufacturing facility when completed. It will be delivered to wherever the Veteran or Next-of-Kin so chooses to have it sent. 

FAMILY COAT-OF-ARMS

If traceable, it is included with all pre-need caskets and sewn on to a Honorable Service Display which hangs over the head-end of the Casket.

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.

UNIFORM AND MEDALS FOR BURIAL of Officers and Enlisted personnel can be obtained by authorized Military Clothing Sales Stores upon request. MCSS and Medals of America will make every effort to accommodate At-Need service as well as Pre-Need. MCSS will require a copy of your DD214 to validate your service. The uniform ceremonial belt that is included with the casket can be displayed at the waist as it would be worn, either under or on top of the Flag. Should you want a authentic Army World War II or Korean War uniform custom made to order, then contact Jerry Lee at What Price Glory.

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. 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.

RIBBONS AND MEDALS can be purchased for Military purposes from Medals of America.

GRAVE MARKER is from Valley Forge Flag Company. It is cast in bronze to memorialize those having served our country.

"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 EMBROIDERED FLAGS are the flags that can be viewed behind the President, formal Military Parades in Washington and elsewhere, and for the DOD. These are embroidered double sided, made with heavy duty nylon and finished with fringe. The size of these flags are 4'4"x5'6", and 3'x4'. I am able to offer them to you from the company that manufacturers them for Presidential and Military purposes. A perfect addition for a high ranking Enlisted and Officers funeral purpose, but deserving for all, and a treasure as a keepsake family heirloom to be passed on to generations to come. These are the "Best of the Best" Military Flags used by our government and military.

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. They are embroidered onto the uniform fabric, 8" in diameter, with a multitude of display options.

SHIPPING of the casket will be by UPS FREIGHT for both Ground
and Air Transportation from our midwest manufacturing facility. 

... 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