Honoring Those Who Served is our commitment to recognize the sacrifice and contributions of our nation’s veterans. The rendering of military funeral honors is one of the ways to show the nation’s deep gratitude to those who, in times of war and peace, have faithfully defended our country. The ceremonial playing of Taps, the folding of the American flag and presenting it to the next-of-kin are the final demonstrations that a grateful nation can provide to veterans’ families.
All requests for Funeral Honors are on a first-come, first-served basis. The only two exceptions are Medal of Honor Recipients and Soldiers Killed in Action.
As of January 1, 2000, and upon the family's request, the law requires that every eligible veteran receive a military funeral honors ceremony which includes the folding and presentation of the United States flag and the playing of Taps.
The ceremony is performed by a military funeral honors detail consisting of two or more uniformed military persons who are members of the veteran's branch of service.
The Department of Defense program calls for the funeral home to request military funeral honors on behalf of the veteran's family.
Army - Fort Knox: Phone 502-624-6041 | Fax 502-624-46889
Navy - 866-203-7791
Marines - 866-826-3628
Air Force - 937-257-8964, 618-256-4586
Coast Guard - 216-902-6269, 314-606-6792
How to Apply for Honor Guard Membership
In order to meet the increasing demand for military funeral honors, the Indiana Army National Guard (INARNG) Honor Guard needs you to become part of our team. To apply, you must be an INARNG soldier in good standing with your present unit, and meet U.S. Army height and weight standards outlined in Army Regulation 600-9.
For training, preparation and performance of military funeral honors, soldiers receive a day’s base pay and will be awarded retirement points not exceeding 365.
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