Veteran services at Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory
Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory, located in Jerome, ID, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,460 for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and online memorials. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory: direct cremation from $1,595. That places direct cremation roughly 7% below the Idaho median ($1,717). 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 Snake River Canyon National Cemetery in ID, about 13 miles from Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory. 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 111 funeral homes in Idaho. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,595. 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 Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory is located at 1343 South Lincoln Avenue in Jerome, ID. You can reach the home at (208) 324-7777. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory offer veteran families?
Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory provides funeral services, cremation services, pre planning, grief support, online memorials, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Presbyterian, Latter-day Saints, Episcopal, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Farnsworth Mortuary & Crematory apart
- Offers online memorials for sharing obituaries, photos, and condolences.
- Provides personalized tribute videos created from family photographs.
- Sends one year of daily grief support emails to families.
- Facilitates direct flower ordering through local florists via their website.
- Staff includes second-generation mortician Amie LM Swenson and local Jerome native Luke L. Gosnell.
Military and veteran services listed
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- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Presbyterian, Latter-day Saints, Episcopal, 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.