Veteran services at Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel
Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel serves veteran families in Evansville, IN with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include large-capacity chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,095 for basic burial and $1,495 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, traditional burial, veterans planning, and memorial keepsakes. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large-capacity chapel, gardens, cremation niches, and cremation gardens.
Published pricing at Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel: direct cremation from $3,295. That places direct cremation roughly 43% above the Indiana median ($2,300). 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 - West in KY, about 82 miles from Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel. 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 779 funeral homes in Indiana. 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, West Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,295. 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, West Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel is located at 2100 West Illinois St. in Evansville, IN. You can reach the home at (812) 423-4477. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel offer veteran families?
Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel provides funeral services, cremation services, traditional burial, celebration of life, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Christian, Hindu families, among others.
What sets Alexander Funeral Home, West Chapel apart
- Operates its own crematory and cemetery at Alexander Memorial Park, offering a seamless process for families.
- Designated as a Level One Founding Community Partner for veteran's memorial services.
- Member of the Indiana Donor Network’s Funeral Home Partnership Program, supporting organ donation awareness.
- Offers catered events with diverse menu options, including breakfast, light fare, and full fare.
- Provides funeral service video production and a wide array of personalized memorial keepsakes, such as fingerprint jewelry, memory portraits, and Memory Glass.
- Facilitates funeral arrangements remotely via phone or email, including electronic signature options.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Organ Donation Support
- · Personalized Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Christian, Hindu, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Jewish, Muslim, Black Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival, Chung Yeung Festival, Día de los Muertos. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.