Cemetery Coordinator

I.    The Cemetery Coordinator is primarily responsible for the coordination
        of the events from the time the procession vehicles are stopped and
        people exit the vehicles.  He/she is also responsible for being the liaison
        with the cemetery people.  Additional duties include:
        A.    That he/she attend the coordination meetings and determine from
                the Event Coordinator and Family Liaison Coordinator, the
                following information:
                1)    What type of interment will be used:       
                        a.    Burial;
                        b.    Crypt;
                        c.    Cremation.
                2)    Does the family wish to have:   
                        a.    Taps played;
                        b.    Firing squad;
                        c.    What scripture and who will read it;
                        d.    Will a band be used;
                        e.    Coordinate with military.
        B.    Upon receiving this information, the Cemetery Coordinator should
                be responsible for:
                1)    Scheduling and coordinating the sequence of events under item
                        A.2).  This includes coordinating the requests for special items
                        as mentioned with the Event Coordinator.
                2)    The development of the formation of personnel and issuing; of
                        orders as appropriate and consistent with Military Standards.
        C.    Assure that the cemetery takes care of all the necessary items, such as:
                1)    Overhead protection for immediate family at the burial site.
                2)    That a public address system be provided, where appropriate.
                3)    The pall bearers be familiar with and understand the process
                        of folding and presenting the flag to the widow or surviving family member.
                4)    Coordinate Honor Guard movements.
        D.    Assure that specifically assigned medical personnel be provided at the
                cemetery for the family should they require immediate medical assistance.
        E.    Upon dismissal of the formation, give instructions as to location of post
                funeral meal (as determined by the Event Coordinator and Family Liaison Coordinator).
        F.    Coordinate personnel for folding of flag and train.