Veteran services at Dougherty Funeral Home
Dougherty Funeral Home serves veteran families in Hibbing, MN with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,050 for basic burial and $2,375 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Dougherty Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,375. That places direct cremation roughly 17% below the Minnesota median ($2,877). 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 Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Duluth in MN, about 19 miles from Dougherty 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 567 funeral homes in Minnesota. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Dougherty Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,375. 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 Dougherty Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dougherty Funeral Home is located at 2615 1St Avenue in Hibbing, MN. You can reach the home at (218) 262-2214. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dougherty Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Dougherty Funeral Home provides traditional services, cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, personalization, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dougherty Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dougherty Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dougherty Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Assembly of God, Lutheran, Methodist families, among others.
What sets Dougherty Funeral Home apart
- Four generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1910, demonstrating deep community roots and enduring commitment.
- Offers a dedicated Family Resource Center for planning and pre-planning services.
- Provides comprehensive Veterans Services, including assistance with benefits and military honors.
- Features an on-site chapel for services.
- Offers a one-year grief support program with weekly messages.
- Direct cremation services are priced below the state average.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Dignity Memorial Network
- · Service Corporation International
- · Cremation Association of North America (CANA)
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Assembly of God, Lutheran, Methodist. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, French-Canadian.
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.