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Funeral Honors Information Active Duty & Transitioning Marines

Military Funeral Honors have always been provided whenever possible. However, the law now mandates the rendering of Military Funeral Honors for an eligible veteran if requested by the family. As provided by law, an honor guard detail for the burial of an eligible veteran shall consist of not less than two members of the Armed Forces. One member of the detail shall be a representative of the parent Service of the deceased veteran. The honor detail will, at a minimum, perform a ceremony that includes the folding and presenting of the American flag to the next of kin and the playing of Taps.

*You should always have a copy of your Will and DD214 together in one place.

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  • (A.D.A.M.s) Active Duty Association Member

    The Association’s (A.D.A.M.s) program Active Duty Association Member allows us to organize and support the Battalion or its elements while deployed. By providing items that are difficult to obtain while deployed. Program funds also allow the Association to support our wounded brothers as they return state side through site visitaions.

    The A.D.A.M.s Program Director works closely with the Battalion to coordinate efforts. We are currently looking to partner with the right organization to help us facilitate the process. Organization or program look for a way to make a direct impact please Contact our Program Director Mr. Tim Tuomey

    *Note: Please be sure to include the name of you Program/Organization, contact information a link to your website and details. Please put “ADAMs Program Partnerships” in the subject line.