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11/05/2025

You can request a copy of your DD214 and other military service records from the National Archives.
Your character of discharge (from your DD214 or other separation documents)
Your duty stations and assignments
Your medals and decorations (awards)
Your qualifications, licenses, and certificates

You can request a copy of your DD214 and other military service records from the National Archives. Learn more about how to make a request.

11/03/2025

Grief Journaling can be a very healing art form. It can help express grief, preserve the memory of your loved one and bring closure.
Journal Prompt: I don't ever want to forget...

10/29/2025

What Should You Bring to Your Pre-Arrangement Appointment
Pre-planning is determining the details of your funeral and cemetery services in advance. To some, this may sound like a difficult conversation. But putting a plan in place is actually a smart and caring thing to do. With a plan, you’ll reduce stress for grieving loved ones—and simply let them honor and celebrate your life, knowing things are happening just as you wanted. All your wishes. All with ease.
When getting ready for making a pre-arrangement, it can be overwhelming to decide what you may need to take with you. Here is a short checklist to help guide you through the process of getting ready for a pre-arrangement!

10/27/2025

Grief Journaling can be a very healing art form. It can help express grief, preserve the memory of your loved one and bring closure.
Journal Prompt: If I could go back in time...

10/22/2025

Did you know that more than 90 percent of people think it's important to talk their final wishes but fewer than 30 percent have actually done it?
Pre-planning is determining the details of your funeral and cemetery services in advance. With a plan, you’ll reduce stress for grieving loved ones—and simply let them honor and celebrate your life, knowing things are happening just as you wanted. All your wishes. All with ease.

10/20/2025

Grief Journaling can be a very healing art form. It can help express grief, preserve the memory of your loved one and bring closure.
Journal Prompt: Today I really miss...

10/15/2025

What is a graveside service?
These services can take place outdoors or even inside a mausoleum. This can include military honors, masonic rites and religious readings. A graveside service can either be done by itself or it can take place after a funeral. The service is typically a simple ceremony at the burial site of a loved one.

10/08/2025

If I am a veteran, will they take care of all the arrangements?
Generally, this is not the case. The Veterans Administration is not affiliated with any funeral home or cemetery other than the official “Veterans Cemetery” . Unless a person dies while in active military duty , the Veterans Administration generally does not pay for all of the funeral and burial expenses. However, there are certain benefits the veteran may be eligible for. Our staff can assist you in this area.

10/06/2025

Grief Journaling can be a very healing art form. It can help express grief, preserve the memory of your loved one and bring closure.
Journal prompt: ____ reminded me of (Name) today....

10/01/2025

The preferred method to establish eligibility is the DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. If the DD Form 214 is not available, any discharge document showing other than dishonorable service can be used. The DD Form 214 may be obtained by filling out a Standard Form 180 and sending it to:
National Personnel Records Center(NPRC)
9700 Page Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63132
The Standard Form 180 may be obtained from the National Records Center or via the following web site:http://www.archives.gov/research/order/standard-form-180.pdf

09/29/2025

Grief Journaling can be a very healing art form. It can help express grief, preserve the memory of your loved one and bring closure.
Journal prompt: The hardest part of the day is....