Veteran services at Blackmer Funeral Home
Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville, ID supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,045 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and memorial_only_service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Blackmer Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,235. That places direct cremation roughly 30% above the Idaho median ($1,717). 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 Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery - Missoula in MT, about 118 miles from Blackmer 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 111 funeral homes in Idaho. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Blackmer Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,235. 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 Blackmer Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Blackmer Funeral Home is located at 305 North Mill Street in Grangeville, ID. You can reach the home at (208) 983-0740. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Blackmer Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Blackmer Funeral Home provides cremation, burial, pre_planning_services, memorial_only_service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Blackmer Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Blackmer Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Blackmer Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Christian families, among others.
What sets Blackmer Funeral Home apart
- On-site crematory for a full range of cremation services.
- Local ownership by Justin DeFord, a Grangeville native and licensed mortician.
- Comprehensive pre-arrangement services to ease future burdens.
- Dedicated grief support resources, including a year of daily email messages.
- Specialization in Veterans Services, including assistance with headstones and burial flags.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · burial
Cremation
- · cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Christian. 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.