Veterans Affairs

Wayne County Veteran Affairs Department provides assistance with funeral expenses.  Those veterans and spouses with assets less than $40,000 excluding the family residence, are eligible. 

The veteran must have received an Honorable Discharge from  the United States Armed Forces, with at least 90 days of recognized war time service.  Spouses of veterans are not eligible for government marker.

The county of Wayne will provide up to $300.00 toward burial benefits and $50.00 toward the cost of installing a Government Marker.

The Following documentation is required at time of application:

1. Military Discharge [DD-214]
2. Certified Death Certificate
   :: copy of death certificate :: copy request - application form ::
3. Itemized Funeral Bill
4. Proof of Marriage
   :: copy request - application form ::
5. Complete Information Regarding Assets

:: official records from vitalchek.com » ::

Both applications must be completed by claimant within two [2] years from the date of death. To expedite time you should call in advance and schedule an appointment.  No mail-in applications are accepted.

:: soldiers' and sailors' relief ::