Veteran services at Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel
Veteran families in Holland, MI can turn to Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include downtown holland chapel, mulder chapel, and northwood chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,275 for basic burial and $2,775 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, graveside service, memorial service, and traditional burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include downtown holland chapel, mulder chapel, northwood chapel, and saugatuck chapel.
Published pricing at Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel: direct cremation from $2,775. That places direct cremation roughly 26% above the Michigan median ($2,200). 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 Fort Custer National Cemetery in MI, about 50 miles from Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel. 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
What does a funeral at Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,775. 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 Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel is located at 29 East Ninth Street in Holland, MI. You can reach the home at (616) 392-2348. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel offer veteran families?
Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel provides cremation, funeral planning, funeral service, graveside service, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Reformed Church in America, Christian Reformed Church, Catholic, New Apostolic Church, Nazarene families, among others.
What sets Dykstra Funeral Home Downtown Holland Chapel apart
- Fifth-generation family ownership, ensuring continuity and a deep personal investment in service.
- Over 125 years of continuous operation in West Michigan, demonstrating a long-standing legacy and experience.
- Pioneering historical contributions, including introducing Holland's first automobile hearse in 1916 and establishing the city's only ambulance service for over 50 years.
- Multiple chapel locations across Holland and Saugatuck, providing accessibility and choice for families.
- Staff members with extensive tenure and strong community ties, many of whom are actively involved in local organizations and churches.
- Commitment to offering competitive services and cremation options designed to fit various family budgets.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Reformed Church in America, Christian Reformed Church, Catholic, New Apostolic Church, Nazarene, Wesleyan. 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.