Final Military Rites

The Honor Guard Service

Performed by veterans, for veterans, at no charge to the family.

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Honor Guard members standing in formation with rifles

Rifle Salute

A volley fired in final tribute to the fallen.

Playing of Taps

The solemn bugle call, played live by our trumpeter.

Gloved hands holding a carefully folded United States flag

Folding of the Flag

The U.S. flag folded thirteen times with precision.

An Honor Guard member presenting a flag to a family

Presentation of the Flag

The flag presented to the family on behalf of a grateful nation.

A folded United States flag displayed in a keepsake case

Memorial Block

A wooden block with expended casings and an engraved brass plate bearing name, branch, and dates.

A folded United States flag in its presentation case beside a photograph of a veteran

A Gift for the Family

The flag they defended

After Taps, the flag that draped your loved one is folded with care and presented to the family in a keepsake case, a lasting reminder of a life of service.

Where

Bakersfield National Cemetery and all cemeteries in Bakersfield only.

When

Monday through Friday, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The last service begins no later than 2:00 p.m.

Cost

There is no charge. Donations help cover materials and travel.

An Honor Guard member presenting a folded flag to a family

Request Military Honors

There is no charge for this service. Complete the Kern County Honor Guard Request form to schedule honors for your loved one.

Open the Request Form