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Mom's memorial site is in Washington State. We live in Oregon State and moved mom here to care for her. Her burial is already taken care of. She asked me how she was going to get to be with Dad. I told her I would make sure she would be with him to calm her. Now I am starting to really think about it. Has anyone had to make transport arrangements after a death? I have handled several funerals but never from a state to state transport situation. Any info would help set my mind at ease on where to start when the time comes.

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I just have to share a funny with you all. My mother asked again last night about how I was going to get her to her plot with Dad. I told her not to worry I have a pick up truck. Needless to say she was not amused;-)
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We just did this with my mom two months ago. The funeral home where your mom made her arrangements should be the first place you call. Give them a call next week and explain your situation. My mom's transport a state away cost a little over three hundred dollars and it was paid for out of her care account at the nursing home. Good luck and best wishes.
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Keep the sense of humor - it helps so much during your caregiver journey. ;)
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It is expensive to transport a body. I do not think her pre-arranged burial expenses will cover that, but check the policy. The funeral home will make all the arrangements, but consider cremation if that is an option. She could still be interred with your dad. Research all your options.
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My father was buried in a casket. My mom decided to be cremated and was able to be buried in my dads plot. Just information I didn't know & maybe some others didn't know it could be done.
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DadsHelper13: There may be a way to satisfy all parties. If you still have your Moms ashes they can be placed with Dad & than both buried next to 1st wife in Naval cemetery. Check with the VA as they may be able to help with this. Otherwise just cremate & bury where you & family would feel most comfortable. Again, check with the VA.
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Contact the funeral home in Washington who would be handling any services. They will make arrangements to have her body transported. There will probaby be a transport fee depending on what is covered in her burial plan. Best to you and your mom.
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I didn't realize that this question was one that hit home to so many. Thank you to all of you that sent me the private messages as well as the answers here. PS love the pick up story OregonDaughter. I don't think my mom would go for that either. She would be concerned about her hair getting messed up, and I'm sure she would let me know from the other side.
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Oregon Daughter: LOVE you comment re the pick-up truck. We have to keep a sense of humor about us if we are to remain able to cope with everything that will/is trying to bring us down. I know some people do not "get" the dark sense of humor but if it is in your nature you must embrace it to keep balanced. You and your family will get through this & I hope that you can all find times to smile (if not laugh) and look back on .
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joannes: the VA put out a book with all pertinent information. Also go to the VA website. Talk to an ombudsman at VA. You should be able to get answers.
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