Veteran services at Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton
Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton, located in Shiocton, WI, assists those who served and their families. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,045 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Published pricing at Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton: direct cremation from $3,045. That places direct cremation roughly 6% above the Wisconsin median ($2,885). 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 Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in WI, about 29 miles from Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton. 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 539 funeral homes in Wisconsin. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,045. 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 Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton is located at North 5645 State Rd. 76 in Shiocton, WI. You can reach the home at (920) 986-3191. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton starts at $3,045. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Borchardt & Moder - Shiocton assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
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.