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"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." — John 15:13
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who does the AMC Honor Guard provide services for?
The AMC Honor Guard's primary mission is to provide military funeral honors for Aggie veterans. We may also provide services for distinguished members of the Texas A&M community and other individuals or organizations when requested and authorized. If you are unsure whether your loved one qualifies, we encourage you to submit a request or contact us. We are happy to discuss your needs.
Is there a cost associated with AMC Honor Guard services?
No. The AMC Honor Guard is a volunteer organization comprised of members of the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets who are committed to serving families during their time of loss. There is no fee for our services.
Where do services take place?
The AMC Honor Guard is based at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, and hosts a lot of our services at the Aggie Filed of Honor. We also proudly serve the surrounding region by routinely traveling to funeral homes, churches, cemeteries, and other memorial locations within a reasonable driving distance to provide military funeral honors.
How do I request AMC Honor Guard services?
Services may be requested by completing the Service Request Form available on our website. The form provides our team with the information needed to begin coordinating your ceremony. If you have any questions before submitting your request, please don't hesitate to contact us.
How soon will I know if AMC Honor Guard can provide a service?
After receiving your request, our leadership team must confirm that enough trained members are available to conduct the ceremony and travel to the service location. This process typically takes a few business days. We will notify you as soon as possible regarding the status of your request. Whenever possible, we encourage families and funeral homes to submit requests well in advance of the service date.
What Funeral Honors do you provide?
Our most common services include a casket honor guard, pallbearing, and the ceremonial folding and presentation of the United States flag. We understand that every service is unique and will work with families to accommodate their needs whenever possible.
Are AMC Honor Guard members active-duty military?
No. The AMC Honor Guard is composed of dedicated members of the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets who volunteer their time to preserve the traditions of military funeral honors and serve families with professionalism, discipline, and respect.
Why do AMC Honor Guard members remain anonymous?
Our members choose to serve with humility so that the focus of every ceremony remains where it belongs: on honoring the life and legacy of the individual being remembered. Our mission is to provide comfort to families through respectful service rather than personal recognition.
Can Funeral Homes submit a request on behalf of the Family?
Yes. Funeral directors, family members, and authorized representatives are all welcome to submit a service request. We will work closely with the designated point of contact to coordinate the ceremony.