For most military families, receiving a knock at the door to reveal an individual in uniform is a shock as they receive the news about the passing of a loved one. All persons on duty regardless of rank are provided dignified transport arrangements. Military Funeral Services are different from traditional ceremonies as it delivers a number of formal processes and honors the sacrifices made by the deceased.
These matters are often handled with the transport of a flag covered casket to an airbase. The body is handled with care and the utmost respect until it reaches the funeral home where it is prepared for the ceremony. In most instances, the deceased member will be dressed in complete uniform as a sign of respect, honor, and duty.
Military personnel will transport the casket feet first while saluting and standing to attention through the procession. The focus of these types of funerals is on maintaining the honor and the dignity of the deceased. Standard procedures are followed whether the person passed on while on duty, retired or was honorably discharged.
The casket will arrive covered in a flag including honor men to carry the coffin to the grave site. It is at this time that the pastor or appointed person will read a few passages in following the traditional process of a burial. A flag is presented and later folded to be provided for the family members in honoring the service and duty of the deceased.
The family may request that the remains be handed over to them for a private memorial. In most cases, the deceased is provided a standard service with emphasis placed on dignified and honorable processes. Such measures are taken regardless of the manner in which the individual had died.
Such services are conducted with the utmost respect. Honor guards will be present to uphold the standards of the burial and ensure that all duties are implemented. Ceremonial processes should be offered by staff members in accordance with funeral facilities.