Would You Want A Military Funeral When You Die?

PO1 Ricky Allen — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 10:23:57 -0400

I'm working on an article and would love some feedback. Your vote would help me out. I was just thinking in regards to how many of us really think about end-of-life plans. Has anyone ever thought about it? It's not the breakfast conversation of the day lol. So yeah, I'm interested to see what the results will be.

Response by PO2 William Smith made Oct 27 at 2015 10:47 AM

PO2 William Smith — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 10:47:56 -0400

Thanks for asking for opinions. I am proud of my service both active and reserve time - almost 13 years worth.

Response by SP5 Joel O'Brien made Oct 27 at 2015 10:51 AM

SP5 Joel O'Brien — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 10:51:19 -0400

My vote on the survey is 'yes', but let me clarify that. My request would be for the most basic military representation at the event. As my wife and I have 'reservations' for space at a state veterans cemetery, I think the surrounding environment of the location will suffice.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Oct 27 at 2015 11:09 AM

CPT Jack Durish — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 11:09:25 -0400

Yes and no. I would like to be buried with my wife. If that can be accomplished in a National Cemetery among other veterans, so much the better. I would like to have taps played at my funeral, but that's about all. Taps has always moved me.

Response by PO2 Mark Saffell made Oct 27 at 2015 12:49 PM

PO2 Mark Saffell — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 12:49:42 -0400

Going to Arlington

Response by PO2 Peter Klein made Oct 27 at 2015 10:48 PM

PO2 Peter Klein — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 22:48:30 -0400

I don't want any kind of funeral! I just want to keep living.
In seriousness, I want whatever is cheapest. Put me out with the trash for all I care. Do not waster money on me.