Veteran services at Dutcher Funeral Home
Dutcher Funeral Home, located in Coldwater, MI, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include ample parking and chapel (approximately 250 seats), suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,033 for basic burial and $2,583 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include chapel (approximately 250 seats).
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Fort Custer National Cemetery in MI, about 34 miles from Dutcher 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 836 funeral homes in Michigan. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dutcher Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Dutcher Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (517) 278-2795 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Dutcher Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dutcher Funeral Home is located at 440 West Chicago Street in Coldwater, MI. You can reach the home at (517) 278-2795. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Dutcher Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dutcher Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dutcher Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Dutcher Funeral Home apart
- Locally owned and operated, serving the community since 1972.
- Offers a "Book of Memories" online memorialization platform for interactive tributes.
- Provides 24/7 immediate need services.
- Specialized Veteran Services including assistance with VA benefits and flag presentation.
- Experienced in honoring many faiths and customs, offering personalized services.
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Michigan Funeral Directors Assoc.
- · National Funeral Directors Assoc.
Specialties
- · Funeral services
- · Memorial services
- · Aftercare
- · Pre-planning
- · Cremation services
- · Celebration of Life services
- · Traditional full service with memorial tribute videos
- · Honoring many faiths and customs
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
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.