Veteran services at Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service
Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service, located in Elyria, OH, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and government headstones. On-site amenities include 150 seat chapel and free parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,295 for basic burial and $1,320 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.3 stars from 18 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: private burial, memorial service, veterans services, veterans headstones, and veterans burial flags. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include 150 seat chapel and custom memorial videos.
Published pricing at Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service: direct cremation from $1,320. That places direct cremation roughly 36% 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 Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in OH, about 30 miles from Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service has a 4.3-star rating from 18 Google reviews.
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 Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,320. 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 Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service is located at 323 Middle Avenue in Elyria, OH. You can reach the home at (440) 322-3224. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service offer veteran families?
Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service provides funeral services, private burial, memorial service, pre-arrangements, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for United Church of Christ, Catholic, Episcopal families, among others.
How do families rate Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service?
Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service holds a 4.3-star rating across 18 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Dicken Funeral Home & Cremation Service apart
- Family-owned and operated business.
- "Circle of Friends" grief support program providing monthly newsletters for a year.
- Specialized Veterans Services, including assistance with headstones and burial flags.
- Stated commitment to flexible and affordable funeral services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Private Burial
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
- · Kiwanis
- · Rotary International
- · NFDA
- · OEA
- · OFDA
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: United Church of Christ, Catholic, Episcopal.
What families have said
Dave and Michele's family-owned business earned respect from clergy who worked with them professionally. One staffer's phone manner was poor, though most families praise the home's gentle handling and decades of experience.
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.