Veteran services at Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home
Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home serves veteran families in PO BOX 10, OR with military funeral planning. In their own words: "Not explicitly mentioned on their website for services directly provided by West Valley Funeral Home, though an affiliated cemetery (Evergreen Memorial Park) lists veteran services on its own site." On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,115 for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
On-site facilities of note include chapel. 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 Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,450. That places direct cremation roughly 5% above the Oregon median ($1,380). 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 Willamette National Cemetery in OR, approximately 48 miles from Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home. Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Oregon has approximately 210 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,450. 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 Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home is located at 108 Northwest Lincoln Street in PO BOX 10, OR. You can reach the home at (503) 843-2525. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home provides pre-planning, viewing, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Not explicitly mentioned on their website for services directly provided by West Valley Funeral Home, though an affiliated cemetery (Evergreen Memorial Park) lists veteran services on its own site.
Which faith traditions does Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Catholic, Mennonite families, among others.
What sets Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home apart
- Over 55 years of operation, with a legacy under the Adamson family before the 2018 acquisition.
- Recent significant investment in chapel audio and video technology and new signage in 2018.
- Comprehensive pre-planning services, including a free planning guide, designed to ease the burden on families.
- Extensive local cemetery relationships, including Green Crest Memorial Park, which is still owned and operated by the Adamson family.
- Ability to serve a broad geographic area including West Valley, Sheridan, Willamina, and Grand Ronde.
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Oregon State Mortuary and Cemetery Board
Specializations
- · Funeral planning
- · Direct cremation
- · Complete funeral services
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Baptist, Catholic, Mennonite. Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.