Veteran services at Alexander Funeral Home
For veterans in Irvington, KY, Alexander Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. Published pricing lists $4,150 for basic burial and $1,915 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Published pricing at Alexander Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,915. That places direct cremation roughly 4% below the Kentucky median ($1,995). If the veteran qualifies for a VA burial allowance, the family claims it with VA Form 21P-530EZ. Ask whether the home will help you file it.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Kentucky Veterans Cemetery - Central in KY, about 18 miles from Alexander Funeral Home. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
We list about 552 funeral homes in Kentucky. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Alexander Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,915. 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 Alexander Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Alexander Funeral Home is located at 509 West Spring Street in Irvington, KY. You can reach the home at (270) 547-2712. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Alexander Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Alexander Funeral Home provides traditional funerals, cremation services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Alexander Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Alexander Funeral Home assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Alexander Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, Presbyterian families, among others.
What sets Alexander Funeral Home apart
- Long-standing family legacy and local ownership since 1952, with current owner John M. Bruington having a lifetime of experience in the funeral business.
- Staff members with extensive experience, including Feather Perry (20 years in the industry) and Tim Goodwin (specializing in funeral trust and insurance policies).
- Emphasis on pre-planning benefits, including personal choice, cost protection, and relieving family burden.
- Provision of a comprehensive online Grief Library with resources from Dr. Alan Wolfelt to support families through mourning.
- Handicapped accessible facility and acceptance of major credit cards for convenience.
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, Presbyterian.
How to request military funeral honors
By law (10 U.S.C. § 1491), an eligible veteran's funeral can include, on request, an honors detail of at least two service members who fold and present the U.S. flag to the family and play Taps. The funeral director usually makes the request and will need the veteran's DD214 or other discharge papers.
VA suggests asking at least 48 to 72 hours before the service. More on what honors include and how to request them.