Veteran services at Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services
Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services, located in Byron, MN, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. Published pricing lists $2,895 for basic burial and $1,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, graveside service, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Preston in MN, about 38 miles from Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services. 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 567 funeral homes in Minnesota. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services publish funeral prices?
Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (507) 315-1330 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services is located at 1620 Voll Dr. NW in Byron, MN. You can reach the home at (507) 315-1330. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services provides cremation, traditional funeral, visitation, funeral service, committal service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, United Methodist, Evangelical Free Church of America families, among others.
What sets Byron Funeral Home And Cremation Services apart
- Modern 8,000 square foot facility built in 2016, designed for celebrations of life.
- On-site crematory, offering convenience and direct oversight of the cremation process.
- Offers specific cremation plans starting at $1995.00, providing transparent pricing.
- Operated by Macken Funeral Home, a family business with over 100 years of history in the region.
- Licensed funeral directors assist with pre-funding arrangements through irrevocable insurance policies, which are protected by law and do not affect medical assistance eligibility.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Committal Service
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Macken Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Cremation
- · Celebration of Life
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran, United Methodist, Evangelical Free Church of America. 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.