Veteran services at Anderson Funeral Homes
Anderson Funeral Homes in Marshalltown, IA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include marshalltown chapel, conrad chapel, and gladbrook chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,895 for basic burial and $3,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veteran services, memorialization, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include marshalltown chapel, conrad chapel, and gladbrook chapel.
Published pricing at Anderson Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $3,895. That places direct cremation roughly 34% above the Iowa median ($2,905). 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 Iowa Veterans Cemetery in IA, about 64 miles from Anderson Funeral Homes. 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 577 funeral homes in Iowa. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Anderson Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,895. 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 Anderson Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Anderson Funeral Homes is located at 405 West Main Street in Marshalltown, IA. You can reach the home at (641) 753-5511. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Anderson Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Anderson Funeral Homes provides service options, personalization, veteran services, preplanning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Anderson Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Anderson Funeral Homes 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 Anderson Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Presbyterian, United Church of Christ families, among others.
What sets Anderson Funeral Homes apart
- Only Veteran-owned funeral home in the area, with owner Jody Anderson having served in the U.S. Army during Desert Storm.
- Long-standing history dating back to 1881, with continuous service in the Marshalltown area.
- Operates the first crematory in Marshall County, established in 1994.
- Multi-location presence serving Marshalltown, Conrad, and Gladbrook communities.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
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Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Presbyterian, United Church of Christ.
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.