Veteran services at Eisenhour Funeral Home
Eisenhour Funeral Home, located in Blanchard, OK, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel foyer and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,895 for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. It has a 5.0 rating from 115 reviews on Google.
Facilities on site include chapel foyer and chapel.
Published pricing at Eisenhour Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,500. That places direct cremation roughly 26% below the Oklahoma median ($2,027). 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 Sill National Cemetery in OK, about 49 miles from Eisenhour 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.
Eisenhour Funeral Home has a 5.0-star rating from 115 Google reviews.
We list about 415 funeral homes in Oklahoma. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Eisenhour Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,500. 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 Eisenhour Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Eisenhour Funeral Home is located at 2500 North Council Road in Blanchard, OK. You can reach the home at (405) 485-3311. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Eisenhour Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Eisenhour Funeral Home provides pre-planning services, personalized funerals, aftercare, funeral service, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Eisenhour Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Eisenhour Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Eisenhour Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist families, among others.
How do families rate Eisenhour Funeral Home?
Eisenhour Funeral Home holds a 5.0-star rating across 115 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Eisenhour Funeral Home apart
- Locally owned and operated since 1956, with current owner Mike DuBois acquiring the firm in 2011.
- Dedicated team of licensed funeral directors: Mike DuBois, Kim Mobly, and Trysta Kershner.
- Extensive online grief library with resources from the Center for Loss and Life Transition by Dr. Alan Wolfelt.
- Comprehensive pre-planning services, including online planning tools and guidance on financial benefits.
- Conveniently located adjacent to Blanchard Cemetery, offering easy access for services and interment.
- Handicapped accessible facilities.
Military and veteran services listed
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association (OFDA)
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
Specialties
- · Traditional funeral services
- · Cremation services
- · Pre-planning services
- · Veteran services
- · Grief support resources
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
Branches of service mentioned
Eisenhour Funeral Home's description of its services mentions these branches:
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Eisenhour Funeral Home, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“Eisenhower Funeral Home has been used for many of my family members, most recently for my father. During this difficult time, the owner Mike was very friendly, helpful and caring throughout the entire process of the funeral and getting the death certificates to me. Elizabeth has also been wonderful as she has followed up and checked on me and my family several days/weeks after the service. I pray you won’t ever need these services but in the event you do, I highly recommend this family friendly company for your needs during a very difficult time.”
“Mike was wonderful. From the day my mom took her last breath. Mike was there. We live in Texas and mom was to be buried in Oklahoma. Mike made sure everything was taken care of. Mike even order flowers at our request and they were beautiful. Thank you Mike for everything you.have done. Your encouraging words.”
“Mike DuBois and staff at Eisenhour Funeral home, are some of the most caring people I’ve met. At such an emotional time, Mike walked us through the process of everything from beginning to end. The personal attention and transparency to detail is commendable. When a love one is laid to rest, and everyone goes home it’s the after we need support, Eisenhour does that! We need more people like them in this world. Thank you Mike, Elizabeth and staff for such a caring spirit. 100% Recommend Eisenhour Funeral home”
“Eisenhour Funeral Home worked with our local funeral home to get my mom’s body to Oklahoma where she wanted to be buried. They made a difficult time much easier. Elizabeth and Mike stayed in contact throughout the entire process and, after the funeral, have periodically stayed in touch to let me know they are thinking of us. I can’t thank them enough.”
“Following the recent passing of my wife, a single call to Eisenhour Funeral Home initiated a smooth, seamless chain of events. Our family met with Mike Dubois and worked through all the necessary details. At no time did we encounter unnecessary pressure, only concern. Visitation, funeral, out of state transport, and burial were all performed professionally and courteously, eliminating a lot of stress on our family during a difficult time.”
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.