Veteran services at Bethany Funeral Home
Bethany Funeral Home in La Vista, NE supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel and reception, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,785 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial service, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Bethany Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,170. That places direct cremation roughly 28% below the Nebraska median ($2,995). 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 Omaha National Cemetery in NE, about 7 miles from Bethany 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 323 funeral homes in Nebraska. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Bethany Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,170. 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 Bethany Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Bethany Funeral Home is located at 8201 Harrison Street in La Vista, NE. You can reach the home at (402) 593-6100. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Bethany Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Bethany Funeral Home provides cremation services, traditional service, memorial service, graveside service, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Bethany Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Bethany 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 Bethany Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Christian families, among others.
What sets Bethany Funeral Home apart
- Founded by a Catholic Deacon and his wife, emphasizing a core principle of family care.
- Offers webcasting services from their chapel, allowing remote participation in memorial services.
- Provides comprehensive equipment for graveside services, including a tent, chairs, artificial grass, speaker podium, bottled water, tables, and a PA system.
- Staff includes an ordained Catholic Deacon with a background in psychology and ministry, offering specialized support.
- Offers detailed grief resources, including specific guidance for explaining death and supporting grieving children across different age groups.
- Recognized with multiple Omaha Choice Awards for dedication to families.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Traditional Funeral Services
- · Cremation Services
- · Preplanning Consultations
- · Veteran Funeral Services and Honors
- · Celebration of Life Services
- · Memorial Services
- · Multicultural services
- · Personalized funeral and memorial services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Christian.
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.