Veteran services at Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service
Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service, located in Bozeman, MT, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. Published pricing lists $4,895 for basic burial and $2,320 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service: direct cremation from $2,320. That places direct cremation roughly 2% below 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 Montana State Veterans Cemetery - Fort Harrison in MT, about 82 miles from Dokken-Nelson 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 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 Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,320. 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 Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service is located at 113 South Willson Avenue in Bozeman, MT. You can reach the home at (406) 587-3184. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service offer veteran families?
Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service provides burial, cremation, personalization, veteran services, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Methodist, Non-denominational Christian families, among others.
What sets Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service apart
- Green Burial Council three-leaf certified (only one in Montana)
- Owns and operates a private crematory, offering families the option to witness the cremation process
- Offers Parting Stone, an alternative to traditional cremated remains
- Hosts an annual 'Service of Hope' holiday remembrance event
- Sponsors a bi-weekly 'Living With Loss' support group
- Provides extensive online grief resources, including '365 Days of Healing' daily emails and curated articles
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Montana Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Parting Stone (Alternative to Traditional Cremated Remains)
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Methodist, Non-denominational Christian.
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.