Veterans & Military Services

Veterans Funeral Services in San Diego — Honoring Those Who Served

San Diego is a military city, and Bravo Family Mortuary is proud to serve the men and women who have served our country. We coordinate full military honors, handle all VA paperwork, and guide your family through every step.

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How Bravo Family Mortuary Serves Military Families

Bravo Family Mortuary coordinates full military funeral honors for eligible veterans in San Diego. We work directly with the Department of Defense National Scheduling Office to arrange honor guard details, flag ceremonies, rifle salutes, and Taps. Our team handles all VA paperwork — including burial allowance claims, headstone requests, and Presidential Memorial Certificates — so your family can focus on honoring your loved one's service.

Full Military Honors

Full Military Funeral Honors in San Diego

Every eligible veteran deserves a service that reflects the honor of their sacrifice. Bravo Family Mortuary coordinates the following military funeral honors in San Diego.

Honor Guard

A military honor guard detail attends the service in full dress uniform to pay respect to the fallen service member on behalf of a grateful nation.

Flag Folding & Presentation

The American flag is ceremonially folded into a triangle and presented to the next of kin with the words 'On behalf of the President of the United States.'

Rifle Salute (21-Gun Salute)

A rifle detail fires three volleys in tribute, a time-honored military tradition dating back centuries that symbolizes the ultimate respect for service.

Taps Played by Bugler

The haunting 24 notes of Taps are played by a live bugler — the final farewell for a veteran who served with honor and distinction.

Military Chaplain Availability

A military chaplain can be arranged to lead or participate in the service, providing spiritual guidance rooted in military tradition and faith.

National Scheduling Office Coordination

Bravo Family Mortuary coordinates directly with the DoD National Scheduling Office to arrange all military honors, ensuring seamless planning for your family.

Veteran Packages

Veteran Service Packages

Honors Package

Veterans Full Service Burial

Burial

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Discounted services available for veterans. Please speak with our staff for additional information. Full military honors coordination included.

  • Professional services of Funeral Director & Staff
  • Transfer of your loved one into our care (within 30 miles)
  • Embalming & personal care/preparation
  • Dressing, casketing & cosmetic care
  • 4-hour visitation & reception room
  • Funeral service in our chapel (or outside facility)
  • Funeral hearse & flower delivery to cemetery
  • Coordinating military honors & flag procurement

Additional services, merchandise & cash advances extra.

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Veterans Memorial + Cremation

Cremation

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Discounted services available for veterans. Please speak with our staff for additional information. Full military honors coordination included.

  • Professional services of Funeral Director & Staff
  • Transfer of your loved one into our care (within 30 miles)
  • 3-hour memorial service in our chapel & reception room
  • Crematory fee
  • Utility car & driver
  • Coordinating military honors & flag procurement

Additional services, merchandise & cash advances extra.

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Benefits & Entitlements

VA Burial Benefits Guide

Veterans and their families have earned these benefits through service. Bravo Family Mortuary helps San Diego families navigate and claim every available benefit.

VA Burial Allowance

The VA provides a burial allowance to help cover funeral and burial costs for eligible veterans. Service-connected death benefits and non-service-connected allowances differ in amount.

Presidential Memorial Certificate

An engraved certificate signed by the current President, presented to honor the memory of a veteran. Multiple copies can be requested for family members.

Burial at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery

Eligible veterans and their spouses may be interred at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in Point Loma or Miramar National Cemetery at no cost for the plot or interment.

Government-Furnished Headstone or Marker

The VA provides a headstone, marker, or medallion at no charge for eligible veterans buried in any cemetery — national, state, or private.

Burial Flag

A United States flag is provided at no cost to drape the casket or accompany the urn of a deceased veteran. The flag is presented to the next of kin after the service.

How Bravo Family Mortuary Helps Navigate Benefits

Our team handles all VA paperwork, coordinates with the National Cemetery Administration, files for burial allowances, and ensures your family receives every benefit your veteran earned through service.

Additional Options

Special Farewell Options

"Final Farewell" Private Viewing

$295

A 30-minute private viewing for up to 8 immediate family members. A quiet, intimate opportunity to say goodbye before cremation or burial — available for military and civilian families.

Witness Cremation

$595

Up to 40 family members and fellow service members may be present at the start of the cremation process. A meaningful option for those who wish to accompany their veteran through the final journey.

Why Choose Bravo Family Mortuary

Why San Diego Military Families Choose Bravo Family Mortuary

Military-Experienced Staff

Our funeral directors understand military culture, protocols, and the importance of getting every detail right for your veteran's service.

Near Every Major Base

Located minutes from MCRD, Naval Base San Diego, Camp Pendleton, and MCAS Miramar — we serve military families across all branches.

Full VA Benefits Coordination

We handle all paperwork and coordination with the VA so your family can focus on honoring your veteran, not navigating bureaucracy.

Family-Owned & Operated

Bravo Family Mortuary is a family-owned funeral home, not a corporate chain. Every family we serve receives personal attention from our team.

Common Questions

Military Funeral FAQ

What military funeral honors can Bravo Family Mortuary arrange?
Bravo Family Mortuary coordinates full military funeral honors in San Diego, including an honor guard detail, ceremonial flag folding and presentation, rifle salute, and the playing of Taps by a live bugler. We handle all coordination with the Department of Defense National Scheduling Office so your family does not have to.
How much does a veteran funeral cost in San Diego?
Bravo Family Mortuary offers discounted pricing for veteran funeral services in San Diego, including both burial and cremation options with full military honors coordination. Please contact us at 1-833-762-7286 to speak with our staff for specific pricing information. Both packages include coordinating military honors and flag procurement.
What VA burial benefits are available?
Eligible veterans may receive a VA burial allowance, a government-furnished headstone or marker, a burial flag, a Presidential Memorial Certificate, and burial at a national cemetery at no cost for the plot. Bravo Family Mortuary in San Diego helps families file for every benefit their veteran has earned.
Can veterans be cremated with military honors?
Yes. Veterans who choose cremation are fully eligible for military funeral honors in San Diego. The flag ceremony, honor guard, rifle salute, and Taps can all be performed at a memorial service prior to or after cremation. Bravo Family Mortuary coordinates these honors for cremation services regularly.
How do I arrange a military funeral in San Diego?
Call Bravo Family Mortuary at 1-833-762-7286. We will guide you through every step, including verifying your veteran's eligibility, coordinating with the National Scheduling Office, arranging the ceremony at our chapel or a national cemetery, and filing for all applicable VA benefits.
Does the VA pay for funeral costs?
The VA provides a burial allowance for eligible veterans, but it does not cover the full cost of a funeral. Service-connected death benefits are higher than non-service-connected allowances. Bravo Family Mortuary in San Diego helps families apply for the maximum benefit available and explains all costs upfront.
Can a veteran be buried at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery?
Yes, eligible veterans, their spouses, and certain dependents may be buried at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in Point Loma, San Diego. The VA provides the gravesite and interment at no cost. Bravo Family Mortuary coordinates regularly with Fort Rosecrans and Miramar National Cemetery.
What documents do I need for a veteran funeral?
You will need the veteran's DD Form 214 (discharge papers), a copy of the death certificate, and a completed VA Form 40-1330 for headstone or marker requests. Bravo Family Mortuary in San Diego assists families with locating and filing all required documents.
Can non-combat veterans receive military honors?
Yes. Any veteran who served on active duty and was discharged under conditions other than dishonorable is eligible for military funeral honors. This includes non-combat veterans who served during peacetime. Bravo Family Mortuary in San Diego verifies eligibility and arranges honors for all qualifying veterans.
Does Bravo Family Mortuary work with the National Scheduling Office?
Yes. Bravo Family Mortuary coordinates directly with the Department of Defense National Scheduling Office to arrange military funeral honors for every eligible veteran in San Diego. This ensures a properly trained honor guard detail, flag ceremony, and bugler are present at your service.

Service Area

Serving Military Families Across San Diego County

Serra MesaMission ValleyLa MesaEl CajonChula VistaNational CityLa JollaSanteePowayMira MesaClairemontKensingtonCoronadoImperial BeachPoint LomaOceanside

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Your Veteran Deserves the Highest Honors

Our compassionate team is available 24/7 to help you plan a military funeral service that honors your loved one's sacrifice and service to our country.

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Bravo Family Mortuary is led by Lena Bravo-Olsher, a licensed funeral director and embalmer in California and Illinois and a graduate of the Worsham School of Mortuary Science.California licensed funeral establishment FD 2449, regulated by the California Cemetery and Funeral Bureau.