Veteran services at Burns Funeral Home
Burns Funeral Home serves veteran families in Elko, NV with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include funeral home chapel and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,045 for basic burial and $1,890 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: graveside service, direct cremation, immediate burial, funeral service with cremation, cremation with memorial service, and veterans overview. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include burns memorial garden, funeral home chapel, and chapel.
Published pricing at Burns Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,890. That places direct cremation roughly 31% above the Nevada median ($1,444). 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 Elko National Cemetery in NV, about 2 miles from Burns 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 78 funeral homes in Nevada. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Burns Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,890. 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 Burns Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Burns Funeral Home is located at 895 Fairground Road in Elko, NV. You can reach the home at (775) 738-5111. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Burns Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Burns Funeral Home provides traditional service, graveside service, direct cremation, immediate burial, funeral service with cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Burns Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Burns Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Burns Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Latter-day Saints families, among others.
What sets Burns Funeral Home apart
- On-site Burns Memorial Garden for remembrance options.
- Customized video tributes and stationary products for personalized services.
- Detailed online pre-arrangement form for comprehensive planning ahead.
- Specialized assistance with veterans' benefits, including headstones and burial flags.
- Comprehensive local resource guide for lodging in Elko and nearby communities.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Immediate Burial
Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Funeral Service with Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · BBB Accredited
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Latter-day Saints. 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.