how do i arrange a military (marine) funeral?
140168
Depending on what branch of service the recently deceased is from, usually that is set up by them. If you have to do it yourself get a hold of the persons supervisor or who ever they worked closely with. Also make sure that the will doesnt state not to have a military funeral as it is punishable by law to break the will of a military deseased.
751621
Do you have ANY idea where he was stationed?\nState? Name of Base or installation?\n\nOnce you figure that out there is a "Locator Service" on the bases to help people find individual Marines.  Being a casualty, may make it a little more difficult as they are not going to just release info about a fallen Marine to just anyone. \n\nIf there is a Marine Recruiting Office near you you may start there.  Although not their job, recruiters can often find out, or at least point you in the general direction to getting your questions answered.       \n\nIt can't be too difficult to figure out where he was stationed, there aren't many Marine Corps installations to choose from.  I think there may be a website to help locate Marines as well.
947147
Have his beach det admin office send you a copy of his deployment orders. This may be a bit difficult if you don't have a power of attorney from him though.
1063365
Start with the site listed below.  If he did earn the Congressional Medal of Honor, he will be listed here.  If he did earn it and your family does not have it, your Senator or Representative can help your family replace it.  Also your Senator or Representative can help you locate his record of service.  Good luck!
1150007
Well i have been looking into just this question myself.\n\nThe first thing to do is talk with the post and get notice in writing at least 1 week before the next regualr meeting sent out to all members.\n\nIf at that point you gain the support of the post the By-laws cover formation and how the Aux is run.\n\nIf you have more questions please contact the good people at the link below.\n\nI think that a Ladies and Men's Auxiliary is an awsome addition to any post. I would also like to suggest a Sons and Daughters of the VFW to you. It's great for the kids and wonderful for the post. \nThese programs really get the family involved.\n\nGood luck
228361
My husband was shipped home. His body was dressed and his casket was draped before they sent him home. He had a full honors military funeral and is buried in the local veterans cemetary. You have the choice of burying or cremation. The navy, I believe, also allows for a burial at sea. My husband was in the Army.
955281
I saw a flag disposal ceremony by the boy scouts a few years back. It included a procession and a ceremony of folding the flag reverently, and then burning it. Call your local VFW. They should be able to give you the particulars. Good luck making Eagle Scout!
953450
It is where he will go to be trained for his MOS which is his job, his specialty. Here is a link that will list a whole bunch of MOS's and where the schools for them are located. http://www.marinemoms.us/USMC/usmc-mos.asp\n\nSemper Fi! By the way please tell him thank you for serving! oh and get in good by impressing him. Let him know  that you know tomorrow, November 10th is the Marine Corps 231st birthday. I make a Marine Corps birthday cake for hubby every year!
1018558
Not sure if this will help, but my father is also deceased my son and I wanted to know more about his military career.  We found a web site to request his military records.  I cannot remember the website but I have the mailing address.  It took about 2 weeks and his records came to me in the mail.\n\nNational Personnel Records Center\nMilitary Personnel Records\n9700 Page Avenue\nSt. Louis, MO 63132-5100\n\nI am sure if you do a search on the name you will find the web site, but you have to have his social security number.  I truly hope this helps you out.  I am in your shoes, ever since I remarried a US Army soldier and we now live on a military base, my 14 year old son has taken a big interest in finding out about my dad's military career.  \n\nGood luck to you:)\n\nGOD BLESS OUR TROOPS\n\nP.S.  I just found the website, www.archives.gov
1044297
Well Well. \nLooks like your in for a hefty pay cut for your Anti-US Military Propaganda Machine.\nI am surprised that you have not asked everyone to say a little prayer for your departed friend.\nNo the war unfortunately will not be over in a few Months. But with his kind out of the headlines.\nHopefully it should make things a little easier.\nThe US Military got one, I hope they get the rest of them soon.\nI am just worried about how you are dealing with the loss. \nHave a Nice day.
656736
You can go to a 'plethora' of sites like OpGratitude or even give your nearest base a call and ask the operator for the PAO for the deployed unit, or find the Chaplain's Corner email/snail mail address and address it "To any Soldier" or Get ahold of the Family Support Centers
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Actually, there are a few funeral homes that will do it but they have to be done under strict regulations.\n"In such cases, the funeral home must follow strict federal regulations for modifying the casket to make sure the lid doesn't pop open or the coffin bob around in the water.\n\nThe casket must be weighted with 100 pounds of ballast (rocks or sandbags are most commonly used) and 12 6-inch holes must be drilled into the lid and bottom, allowing water to seep in as further counterweight. The casket then must be sealed with five metal shipping bands. "
1069091
You don't need to bring anything to the funeral, call the funeral home or church ahead of time and find out if the family is requesting donations to anything and make a contribution if you wish.  Most likely there will be a guest book at the funeral for you to sign.  The widow isn't going to remember who all attended but later on she will look through the book.  You could send her a sympathy card in the mail, that would also be a really nice gesture, even though you don't know her, she would really like to see the impact her husband had on other people.  If you would like to say something to her personally, it would be fine, just pick an appropriate opportunity.  I've been to funerals where the family is lined up waiting for people to give their condolences and I've been to others where people gathered after to speak with the family.  It totally depends on the situation, just be considerate of the family.
661801
the Marines stand guard I would contact them first
1172002
Ask the undertakers/funeral managers...they should know.
204205
http://www.marines.com
499792
Cremated? I don't think so...A Marine or any other solider (Navy, notwithstanding) killed while on active duty is NOT cremated. Their remains are shipped home for interment. Who told you he HAD to be cremated? Regarding his insignias, if he died by violent means, I doubt she would want any part of that uniform, nor would the Corps.,make it available because of health concerns as well as being in poor taste. That would be disposed of and may possibly be burned, not the solider.\n\nHis family should be given all remaining uniforms and gear, except for issued equipment. Further, insignias, badges, ribbons and medals are all available for purchase from various suppliers and surplus houses.