Murphy Funeral Home of Falls Church

02/11/2026

A group of Buddhist monks concluded their journey through Arlington this week as part of a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace from Texas to Washington, D.C., aimed at promoting peace and compassion. They even spent the night at Marymount University on Glebe Rd. More photos on the website Arlington Now.

02/06/2026

02/05/2026

It's about to get even colder in Arlington this weekend. An Extreme Cold Watch has been issued for Arlington County and the D.C. area, with "dangerously cold wind chills" as low as -10 expected Saturday,...

02/04/2026

01/30/2026

UPDATE: For the safety of our visitors and family pass holders, Arlington National Cemetery will remain closed through Monday, Feb. 2. Funeral services will continue as scheduled.

01/30/2026

Funeral homes used to operate ambulance services. Before the 1970s, many funeral homes took on this operation because they had vehicles large enough to fit stretchers and employees accustomed to handling bodies.

01/29/2026

UPDATE: Due to weather conditions, Arlington National Cemetery will remain closed to visitors and family pass holders through Friday, Jan. 30. Funerals will continue as scheduled.

01/28/2026

Does the VA pay for all of the funeral and burial expenses for a veteran? Only under certain circumstances, such as when a serviceperson is killed in the line of duty. Get the answers to more veterans burial myths here.

Veterans may qualify for VA burial benefits. Learn about veterans funeral benefits and how a Dignity Memorial provider can help plan a tribute worthy of your sacrifice.

01/27/2026

“Tell all to be happy as I ride on my journey. I will see our solar system, our galaxy, our universe, which is what I always wanted.” Since 1994, Celestis has launched the ashes of loved ones into near-space and beyond. People who’ve chosen this singular form of remembrance include restaurant owners, accountants, teachers, military veterans, sci-fi buffs and others. It's open to anyone, and it's a remarkable way to celebrate a life.

Since 1994, Celestis Memorial Spaceflight has launched ashes into space. Dignity Memorial began offering this unique service for space lovers and adventurers to families a few years ago. It's a remarkable way to celebrate a life.