Military Urns

Service is a way of being that does not clock out when a uniform is set aside. It is seen in a person's bearing, the way they lead others, and the steadfast loyalty they maintain to their convictions. It is a quiet, enduring quality that persists through the decades.

For the loved one you remember, this commitment was never just a chapter of their life. It was a foundation of character, reflected in the steady way they held themselves and the promises they never broke.

This shared identity creates an instant recognition between those who have served, regardless of the branch or the years that have passed. It is a silent language of discipline and mutual understanding that bridges even the widest gaps.

You may see that same strength in the stories you tell, a way of facing difficult news with a composure that mirrored the discipline they learned in uniform.

To select a branch emblem is to identify a vital part of a larger history. Our emblems for the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard are integrated into the surface of each piece, engraved into metal or into solid wood. This choice honors the specific path they walked and the values that stayed with them long after they left the service.

The materials used in these pieces are chosen for their permanence. Our aluminum options include a range of painted finishes or a hand-applied enamel with hand-detailed silver bands. We also offer our Signature wood line, featuring solid walnut or alder made in the USA. Whether you prefer the smooth finish of metal or the texture of hand-finished wood, each piece is crafted to be as lasting as the legacy they left behind.

Because every family's needs are different, our collection includes full-size pieces, sharing urns, and smaller keepsake urns. We also offer the option of two-tone engraving to include a name and dates directly on the surface of the aluminum or wood. These options allow your family to decide how to keep them close, whether through a single memorial or by sharing their memory among several pieces.

By federal law, every eligible veteran is entitled to military funeral honors at the family's request. An honor detail of at least two members of the armed forces performs the ceremony. At minimum, the ceremony includes the playing of Taps and the folding and presentation of the American flag to the next of kin. A family arranges these honors through their funeral director.

The branch emblem on an urn keeps that moment in the home, representing the same service the honor detail stood for.

Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration

If the person you remember carried the discipline and loyalties of their branch throughout their life, this collection may offer a way to honor that specific history. Whether through the texture of hand-detailed enamel on aluminum or the weight of solid alder wood, each piece is crafted to respect the life they led.

The decision to select a full-size urn, a sharing piece, or a small keepsake rests with you and your family's needs. Whether you choose to include a custom engraving or simply the branch emblem, these items are meant to stand as a testament to the values they held most dear.

Our guide to selecting the right size urn