Veteran services at Bianchi Funeral Home
Bianchi Funeral Home serves veteran families in Harlan, KY with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapels (two), suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,945 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial services, graveside ceremonies, and basic and full service cremation options. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapels (two).
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Kentucky Veterans Cemetery - Southeast in KY, about 23 miles from Bianchi 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
Does Bianchi Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Bianchi Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (606) 573-3030 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Bianchi Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Bianchi Funeral Home is located at 202 South Cumberland Ave. in Harlan, KY. You can reach the home at (606) 573-3030. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Bianchi Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Bianchi Funeral Home provides traditional funerals, memorial services, graveside ceremonies, basic and full service cremation options, collaboration with other funeral homes, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Bianchi Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Bianchi Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Bianchi Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Methodist, Church of God families, among others.
What sets Bianchi Funeral Home apart
- Operates four distinct locations across Evarts, Loyall, Harlan, and Tri City (Benham), providing broad regional coverage within Harlan County.
- Founded in 1949 by Lewis E. Bianchi, demonstrating a long-standing family history and commitment to funeral service in the region.
- Offers extensive online grief support resources, including the Griefwords Online Library with articles from Dr. Alan Wolfelt.
- Provides comprehensive preplanning options, allowing families to define and secure arrangements and potentially control costs in advance.
- Facilities at the Evarts location are fully handicapped accessible, including two chapels, a private conference room, and two lounges.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Ceremonies
Cremation
- · Basic and Full Service Cremation Options
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Funeral Directors Association of Kentucky
Specialties
- · Veteran services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Methodist, Church of God. Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.