Veteran services at Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services
Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services in Hillsboro, OR supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Fir Lawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home provides specialized services for veterans, assisting families in securing benefits and arranging a service that honors their military service." On-site amenities include memorial chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,175 for basic burial and $1,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Reviewers give it 4.3 stars over 50 write-ups.
Veteran-related services offered include memorial services, cremation services, veteran services, online memorial, and graveside services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include memorial park and memorial chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services: direct cremation from $1,300. That places direct cremation roughly 6% below the Oregon median ($1,380). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Vancouver Barracks National Cemetery in WA, approximately 19 miles from Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services. Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services holds a 4.3-star rating from 50 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Oregon has approximately 210 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,300. 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 Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services is located at 1070 West Main St. in Hillsboro, OR. You can reach the home at (503) 640-2277. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services provides traditional services, casketed services, memorial services, cremation services, personalization, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Fir Lawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home provides specialized services for veterans, assisting families in securing benefits and arranging a service that honors their military service.
How do families rate Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services?
Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services holds a 4.3-star rating across 50 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services apart
- Integrated memorial park and funeral home facilities on one site.
- Philosophy centered on reflection, appreciation, and celebration of life, rather than solely grief.
- Offers a self-owned crematory, ensuring direct oversight of cremation processes.
- Provides advanced personalization options, including online memorials, tribute videos, and live streaming for services.
- Extensive pre-planning services with flexible financing options through LendingUSA.
- Dedicated grief support resources, including specialized guidance for children.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Funeral and Memorial Information Council (FAMIC)
Specializations
- · Veteran Services
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Donelson Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“Donelson Funeral Home handled services for two of my grandparents; most recently, my grandfather. Jared was very compassionate and attentive to my family's needs, making a difficult time just a bit easier. He took the time to listen to my family's wishes and helped them create a beautiful service that truly honored my grandfather’s life. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, and the atmosphere they created was both respectful and comforting. I highly recommend Donelson Funeral Home to anyone seeking compassionate and dignified funeral services. Jared's dedication to honoring our loved ones is truly commendable, and we are incredibly grateful for his assistance.”
“Donelson Funeral Home managed the services for our granddaughter this past weekend. The entire Donelson Funeral Home team was very professional, kind, compassionate, efficient and attentive to all that attended the services. I highly recommend Donelson Funeral Home LLC.”
“Dealing with a loss of a loved one is stressful, but I want to share that it was an absolute pleasure working with Jared at Donelson Funeral Home. He is kind, patient, honest and very accommodating to our needs. I highly recommend their services. God Bless you!!!”
“Donelson Funeral Home has a wonderful team of people who provided our family with compassionate care during the loss of my mother-in-law in May 2025. Every detail that the family requested, including burial in the family plot in a different town, was accomplished beautifully. I highly recommend them.”
“Funeral home refused to give me or my attorney my mom's death certificate. I am next of kin and a beneficiary so complaint filed with the state for misconduct. Very unprofessional and do not recommend.”
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.