How Do You Order A Presidential Memorial Certificate For A Deceased Veteran?
When a loved one passes away, we want to honor and remember them in every way possible. Not only can the family receive a free American flag from the funeral home, they can also order a Presidential Memorial Certificate. To order a wonderful remembrance that is FREE from the U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs to the family of any veteran honorably discharged from the U.S. military, follow these steps. Print VA Form 40-0247 available at http://www.va.gov/vaforms/va/pdf/VA40-0247.pdf A family member or loved one must fill out and sign VA Form 40-0247, which includes only minimal information Obtain a photocopy of the Veteran’s Honorable Discharge from military service Obtain a photocopy of the Veteran’s Death Certificate EITHER take the completed VA Form 40-0247, a photocopy of the Veteran’s Honorable Discharge from Service, and a photocopy of the Death Certificate to your local Veterans’ Administration Office which can be located through this link http://www2.va.gov/directory/guide/hom
