The Memorial Services Detachment is a team of veteran volunteeers who ensure that all veterans are provided the rifle salute and playing of taps. All military funeral honors performed by the MSD are provided at no cost to the family.  Honors are performed Monday-Friday at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Veterans, service members, and some family members may be eligible for burial in a VA national cemetery.  Services are requested through the funeral home which is utilized.

Find out if you, or a person you’re planning a burial for, can get this benefit by applying for the Pre-need eligibility for burial in a VA cemetery at: https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/pre-need-eligibility/

Yes, we have a team of talented buglists who play TAPS at MSD supported funerals.

Eligible veterans can email us at info@fortsamhoustonmsdhonorguard.org.

Yes-The Fort Sam Houston Memorial Services Detachment operates as a chartered non-profit as of 21 June 1990. Operating funds come through donations from organizations, individuals, and friends of the MSD.  The Memorial Services Detachment is a 501(c)(19), EIN is 742590234.

Yes!  Donations are very much appreciated, and relied on to provide supplies in order for the team to continue to provide honors!  Donations can be sent to MSD Paypal