Veteran services at Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service
For veterans in Columbus, OH, Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,595 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, 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 Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service: direct cremation from $1,745. That places direct cremation roughly 15% 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 Dayton National Cemetery in OH, about 69 miles from Diehl-Whittaker Funeral 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.
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 Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,745. 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 Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service is located at 1370 East Main Street in Columbus, OH. You can reach the home at (614) 258-9549. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service offer veteran families?
Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service provides traditional funeral service, cremation, memorial service, graveside service, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service apart
- Commitment to affordable prices and a simplified package selection process.
- Emphasis on reflecting the unique quality of each life celebrated through personalized services.
- Long-standing presence in the Columbus community since 1905.
- Offering Life Celebrants for services when clergy may not be chosen.
- Comprehensive Veterans Services, including assistance with VA benefits and military honors.
- Honoring all pre-arrangements and price guarantees from the former Wayne T. Lee Funeral Service.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Masonic Lodge 155
- · NAACP
- · Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
- · Franklin Park Civic Association
- · Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church
Specialties
- · African-American Owned and Operated
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Catholic. 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.