Who we are
The rendering of Military Funeral Honors is a way to show the Nation's deep gratitude to those who, in times of war and peace, have faithfully defended our country. This ceremonial paying of respect is the final demonstration a grateful Nation can provide to the veteran's families.
The 1st Memorial Honors Detail (1MHD) performs military funerals in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, California. This MHD is part of a nation wide military society known as the 1st U. S. Volunteers. This MHD has members from each branch of service. The 1MHD Ventura has provided military honors for 285 veterans since January 2004. Our organization is committed to honoring the service of all US Military personnel who have served our nation during times of war and peace. We believe all veterans deserve to be honored with military dignity. We step forward when the active military is unable to complete the request. Military funeral honors usually includes folding and presenting the United States burial flag, the playing of TAPS and at the cemetary the firing of three rifle volleys of blank ammunition. The ceremony can be modified for either cemetary, funeral chapel, religious setting or any other venue fitting the family situation.
Take a moment and explore our website by moving your cursor along the tabs at the top of this page. You will find information on military honors provided recently and in the past, our members, photo album, coming events, and other information. Many friends and families like to comment on our blog page regarding their loved one. Please take time to do this. We would also appreciate your comments regarding this website.
The 1st Memorial Honors Detail (1MHD) performs military funerals in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, California. This MHD is part of a nation wide military society known as the 1st U. S. Volunteers. This MHD has members from each branch of service. The 1MHD Ventura has provided military honors for 285 veterans since January 2004. Our organization is committed to honoring the service of all US Military personnel who have served our nation during times of war and peace. We believe all veterans deserve to be honored with military dignity. We step forward when the active military is unable to complete the request. Military funeral honors usually includes folding and presenting the United States burial flag, the playing of TAPS and at the cemetary the firing of three rifle volleys of blank ammunition. The ceremony can be modified for either cemetary, funeral chapel, religious setting or any other venue fitting the family situation.
Take a moment and explore our website by moving your cursor along the tabs at the top of this page. You will find information on military honors provided recently and in the past, our members, photo album, coming events, and other information. Many friends and families like to comment on our blog page regarding their loved one. Please take time to do this. We would also appreciate your comments regarding this website.
For more information about a funeral service with military honors, please contact:
Retired Major Jeff Erskine at 805-236-0425 or by email at ssminnow@gte.net.
1st Memorial Honor Detail Change of Command Ceremony
CWO4 Carl V. Wade transfers command of the 1st MHD to Major Jeff Erskine February 19, 2012. CWO4 Carl Wade will continue as Operations Officer.
1st Memorial Honors Detail Bugler Accepted to U.S. Naval Academy
U.S. Navy Midshipman Andrea Tinajero, former bugler for the 1st Memorial Honors Detail in photo center proudly displays her acceptance to the Navel Academy at Annapolis. She is surrounded by her proud supporters including CWO4 Carl Wade to her left and her sister Jennifer also to her left.
