Veteran services at A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca
A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca in Waupaca, WI supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Assistance with Veterans Affairs benefits is a stated specialization. The Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery is nearby." On-site amenities include chapel and free parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $7,105 for basic burial and $3,625 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation, cemetery plans, and personalized memorial services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include chapel and custom memorial videos. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca: direct cremation from $3,625. That places direct cremation roughly 26% above the Wisconsin median ($2,885). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in WI, approximately 3 miles from A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca. A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Wisconsin has approximately 539 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,625. Eligible veterans can offset these costs with a VA burial allowance, and burial in a VA national cemetery is provided at no charge.
Where is A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca is located at 526 South Main St. in Waupaca, WI. You can reach the home at (715) 258-4020. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca offer veteran families?
A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca provides funeral planning, cremation, cemetery plans, personalized memorial services, unique funerals, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Assistance with Veterans Affairs benefits is a stated specialization. The Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery is nearby.
What sets A.J. Holly & Sons - Waupaca apart
- On-site crematory ensuring continuous care by licensed funeral directors.
- Five locations across Waupaca, Waushara, and Portage Counties.
- Voted Best Funeral Home of Waupaca Area from 2009-2024.
- 24/7/365 availability for immediate help and inquiries.
- Extensive online grief and healing resources, including interactive videos and daily email affirmations.
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- · Multicultural Funerals
- · Veterans Affairs Benefits
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.