Veteran services at Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home
Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home serves veteran families in Bellbrook, OH with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include 225 seat chapel, 50 seat reception room, and free parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,085 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. It has a 5.0 rating from 73 reviews on Google.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, cemetery plans, customizable memorial services, and graveside services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include 225 seat chapel, memorial designers, and custom memorial videos.
Published pricing at Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home: direct cremation from $3,085. That places direct cremation roughly 50% above the Ohio median ($2,050). 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 Dayton National Cemetery in OH, about 13 miles from Conner & Koch Life Celebration 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.
Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home has a 5.0-star rating from 73 Google reviews.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,085. 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 Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home is located at 92 West Franklin St. in Bellbrook, OH. You can reach the home at (937) 848-6651. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home offer veteran families?
Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home provides funeral arrangements, cremation, cemetery plans, personalized services, customizable memorial services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths families, among others.
How do families rate Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home?
Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home holds a 5.0-star rating across 73 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home apart
- Independent, family-owned and operated for four generations.
- Customization of services, moving beyond a 'one service fits all' approach.
- One of Dayton’s largest visitation and chapel rooms, seating over 300 people.
- Commitment that no family should be financially prevented or restricted from having the ceremony they desire.
- 24/7/365 availability for immediate assistance and support.
- Comprehensive grief and healing resources, including interactive aftercare videos, daily email affirmations, and support for children.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Independent Funeral Home
- · Family Business
- · Customization Of Services
- · Serving All Faiths
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“During one of the hardest times our family experienced, Connor & Koch was there with kindness and compassion; from coming to receive mom to laying her to rest their professionalism was top notch. They honored both my father and mother. They brought them back in the most special visual memorial as people came to pay their respects by bringing in antique tools for my dad and Girl Scouts cookie boxes for mom and created life story dedications. They produce the most special photo memory books for sharing signatures and the memories of others. And the obituary memory booklets produced, are beautiful. They were able to take dad's flannel shirts and created Teddy Bears for all the grands. They called to check up on us weeks after the funeral and sent special regards to us on the anniversary of both their birth and passing. I could not recommend them more.”
“Selected just because my Parish often goes there. My son and I met with reps for about 2 hours talking about my wife in detail not just the process. They listened to every word. The visitation included things she loved ( her life, pictures, items, hobbies, snacks, music). They delivered more than we ever expected and paid attention to small details throughout the preparation, visitation, funeral, and cemetery process. My family and friends are amazed with their attention to detail. I absolutely recommend Conner & Koch.”
“I had a very positive experience with Conner & Koch during a difficult time. I deeply appreciated how kind and emphatic Brad, Katie, Jason and Nancy were throughout the process.They were a pleasure to work with - professional, yet warm. Their collaborative approach simplified planning. Their attention to detail was evident in every aspect of the service. Since my dad's funeral, I've been to 2 others at Connor and Koch, each has been unique. I highly recommend them.”
“We chose Conner & Koch for my Dads funeral service and what an extremely nice celebration of his life. This is the 2nd time using Conner & Koch and it’s never an easy time in your life however I would highly recommend this funeral home. Brad and his team make you feel like family making the entire process easy and accommodating. The celebration was impressive and included everything that was meaningful to my dad from Ohio State, Pepsi, traveling and Marion’s Pizza!”
“Our experience was outstanding. I felt so supported with things I Asked them to do. But they went way above in adding personal touches. Everyone attending commented on how personal and welcoming it was.”
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.