Veteran services at Daly Leach Memorial Chapel
Daly Leach Memorial Chapel, located in Hamilton, MT, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,690 for basic burial and $2,460 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Daly Leach Memorial Chapel: direct cremation from $2,460. That places direct cremation roughly 4% above the Montana median ($2,367). 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 Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery - Missoula in MT, about 45 miles from Daly Leach Memorial Chapel. 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 100 funeral homes in Montana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Daly Leach Memorial Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,460. 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 Daly Leach Memorial Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Daly Leach Memorial Chapel is located at 1010 West Main St. in Hamilton, MT. You can reach the home at (406) 363-2010. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Daly Leach Memorial Chapel offer veteran families?
Daly Leach Memorial Chapel provides traditional services, cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Daly Leach Memorial Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Daly Leach Memorial Chapel mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Daly Leach Memorial Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Daly Leach Memorial Chapel apart
- Houses the first crematory in Ravalli County, which has been updated for fuel efficiency.
- Provides specialized grief support and resources, including specific guidance for children experiencing loss.
- Maintains a long-standing family-owned and operated business, now led by the founders' daughter and son-in-law.
- Staff members hold Certified Funeral Service Practitioner certificates and leadership roles in professional associations like the Montana Funeral Directors Association.
- Active involvement of staff in numerous local community organizations, demonstrating deep community engagement.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Children & Grief
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
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.