Veteran services at Bill Merritt Funeral Service
Bill Merritt Funeral Service in Bethany, OK supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include flexible chapel space, chapel, and large reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,495 for basic burial and $1,495 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.8 stars across 65 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, traditional burial, veteran services, memorial keepsakes, and online memorials. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include flexible chapel space, chapel, cremation niches, and cremation gardens.
Published pricing at Bill Merritt Funeral Service: direct cremation from $1,495. That places direct cremation roughly 26% below the Oklahoma median ($2,027). 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 Seminole Nation and Veterans Memorial Cemetery in OK, about 63 miles from Bill Merritt Funeral Service. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Bill Merritt Funeral Service has a 4.8-star rating from 65 Google reviews.
We list about 415 funeral homes in Oklahoma. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Bill Merritt Funeral Service cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,495. 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 Bill Merritt Funeral Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Bill Merritt Funeral Service is located at 6201 Northwest 39Th Expressway in Bethany, OK. You can reach the home at (405) 789-5622. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Bill Merritt Funeral Service offer veteran families?
Bill Merritt Funeral Service provides cremation, traditional burial, celebration of life, grief support, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Bill Merritt Funeral Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Bill Merritt Funeral Service mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Bill Merritt Funeral Service accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu Funeral Traditions families, among others.
How do families rate Bill Merritt Funeral Service?
Bill Merritt Funeral Service holds a 4.8-star rating across 65 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Bill Merritt Funeral Service apart
- 100% Service Guarantee: If dissatisfied with any aspect of service, that portion will be refunded.
- Lifetime Flexibility: Prepaid plans can be changed, with staff available to discuss options.
- Relocation Protection: Prepaid plans are transferable to qualifying Dignity Memorial providers across North America.
- Level Four Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans, actively hosting events and providing military honors.
- Highly personalized memorial celebrations, integrating individual stories, hobbies, and achievements into services.
- Catered events and large reception areas available on-site.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Scattering Ashes
- · Home Delivery Of Ashes
- · Mail Delivery Of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Religious & Cultural Traditions
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu Funeral Traditions, Muslim Funeral Traditions, Christian Funeral Traditions, Jewish Funeral Traditions. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Bill Merritt Funeral Service, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“We were taken care of by such a wonderful group of people. They guided us through each step of the process and provided service that was beyond expectations. The celebration of my dad's life was beautiful, and our director Kristin helped us with difficult decisions, kept us in budget and made everything happen that we wanted and needed. All of the special requests we had, she made it happen. The whole team at Bill Merritt went above and beyond to make my family comfortable and at ease. I highly recommend Bill Merritt Funeral Services, they are the very best!”
“Vicki Rust was EXCELLENT in assisting me with Pre-Arranging my funeral. She was SO FRIENDLY, SO CHEERFUL, SO KNOWLEDGEABLE, SO POLITE and SO PROFESSIONAL. She truly represents Bill Merritt Funeral Home VERY WELL. Thank you, Vicki... so made a "sad" job an "easy" one, and for that... I am MOST grateful. ~ Donna”
“We needed to update paperwork on my wife’s account and were able to get this done to our satisfaction. It had been on my mind to purchase a pre-paid cremation policy for myself as well. I found terms that suited my needs and could make reasonably priced payments on it so purchased my policy that day. Peace of mind, pleasant people working there so we highly recommend this business!”
“You all get a 100/10 I wish I could put into words how they handled themselves. I was never expecting to be treated so wholesome. Kristin and kyla did everything they could to make it easy for me. I thought id have to do so much after loosing my brother but they took care of everything. Thank you.”
“Vickue was very knowledgeable and personable... Very easy to work with and clear...I learned a lot, too!”
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.