Veteran services at Bartholomew Funeral Home
Veteran families in Valparaiso, IN can turn to Bartholomew Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include ample parking and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,205 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cemetery arrangements, cremation services, and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Bartholomew Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,450. That places direct cremation roughly 50% 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 Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in IL, about 55 miles from Bartholomew 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 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 Bartholomew Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,450. 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 Bartholomew Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Bartholomew Funeral Home is located at 102 Monroe Street in Valparaiso, IN. You can reach the home at (219) 462-4102. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Bartholomew Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Bartholomew Funeral Home provides burial services, cemetery arrangements, cremation services, funeral services, honoring veterans, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Bartholomew Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Bartholomew Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Bartholomew Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Bartholomew Funeral Home apart
- Valparaiso's oldest privately owned funeral establishment, operating since 1892.
- Continuous family ownership history, transitioning from the Bartholomew family to Michael Newhard, who also owns Newhard Funeral Home in Westville.
- Owner Michael Newhard is a licensed funeral director and actively involved in local Catholic churches.
- Staff includes Chuck Harris, a licensed funeral director who also serves as the Porter County Recorder and is involved in numerous community organizations.
- Offers the expertise of Alice Kyle, a Certified Pre-Planning Consultant with over 20 years of experience.
- Features a chapel capable of seating nearly 200 people, a lounge, and ample parking.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran services
- · Green burial
- · Alkaline Hydrolysis
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
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.