Veteran services at Dillinger Funeral Home
For veterans in Newport, AR, Dillinger Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,745 for basic burial and $1,645 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Dillinger Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,645. That places direct cremation roughly 3% above the Arkansas median ($1,600). 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 Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery at Birdeye in AR, about 36 miles from Dillinger 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 385 funeral homes in Arkansas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Dillinger Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,645. 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 Dillinger Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dillinger Funeral Home is located at 2001 Highway 367N in Newport, AR. You can reach the home at (870) 523-3633. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dillinger Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Dillinger Funeral Home provides pre-planning, funeral service, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dillinger Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dillinger Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dillinger Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Pentecostal, Catholic, Christian (Disciples of Christ), Church of Christ families, among others.
What sets Dillinger Funeral Home apart
- Over 80 years of continuous family-owned service in Newport, Arkansas.
- Commitment to 100% client satisfaction, offering to reduce or eliminate charges if not satisfied with professional services or facilities.
- Emphasis on personalized ceremonies, including custom music, video tributes, and flexible service locations (on-site chapel or family's church).
- Staff composed of individuals with diverse professional backgrounds, bringing varied life experiences to their roles as funeral directors.
- Modern and handicapped accessible facilities.
Military and veteran services listed
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran services
- · Military honors
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Pentecostal, Catholic, Christian (Disciples of Christ), Church of Christ. 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.