Veteran services at Cowan & Son Funeral Home
Veteran families in Van Wert, OH can turn to Cowan & Son Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,985 for basic burial and $1,860 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 5.0 stars across 2 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorial service, veterans services, and burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Cowan & Son Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,860. That places direct cremation roughly 9% below 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 Marion National Cemetery in IN, about 60 miles from Cowan & Son 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 1,266 funeral homes in Ohio. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Cowan & Son Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,860. 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 Cowan & Son Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Cowan & Son Funeral Home is located at 616 South Washington Street in Van Wert, OH. You can reach the home at (419) 238-6385. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Cowan & Son Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Cowan & Son Funeral Home provides cremation, traditional funeral service, memorial service, pre-arrangements, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Cowan & Son Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Cowan & Son Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Cowan & Son Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Pentecostal, Evangelical, Baptist, Friends (Quaker-affiliated), United Methodist families, among others.
How do families rate Cowan & Son Funeral Home?
Cowan & Son Funeral Home holds a 5.0-star rating across 2 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Cowan & Son Funeral Home apart
- Four generations of continuous family operation and involvement since 1907.
- Transparently listed cremation packages with varying levels of service, including a full traditional service with cremation.
- Extensive online grief support resources and a year-long daily grief support email program.
- Detailed guidance on funeral etiquette and practical arrangements, such as obtaining death certificates and local contacts.
- Specialized services dedicated to veterans, 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
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Chamber of Commerce
- · Ohio Funeral Directors Association
- · American Legion
- · Ohio Embalmers Association
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Pentecostal, Evangelical, Baptist, Friends (Quaker-affiliated), United Methodist, Catholic.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Cowan & Son Funeral Home, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“Thank you to Keegan Cowan for going over and above for my family during a very difficult time. Keegan was so kind and caring and answered every question I had. He was absolutely amazing. In this day and age it's a rarity to receive that level of service and he exceeded all of my expectations. I'm so glad our family trusted Cowan's, they were the perfect choice.”
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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.