Is the veteran deceased?
yes
I am so sorry to hear that. If you re a family member planning a burial for a Veteran in a VA national cemeteryr    Call our National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800 - 535 - 1117
what if I am not the next of kin?
If the Veteran was discharged less than 62 years ago ,you may be able to request limited information from their Military Personnel File
what if I am not the next of kin of the veteran?
If the Veteran was discharged more than 62 years ago ,  you can order a copy of their military records
How do I request someone else s military records?
Mail or fax a Request Pertaining to Military Records Standard Form SF 180 to the National Personnel Records Center NPRC
what if I am not next of kin?
If the Veteran was discharged more than 62 years ago , you can order a copy of their military records
Are there other ways to get my military records?