Veteran services at Feigum Funeral Home
Feigum Funeral Home serves veteran families in Pierre, SD with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $5,395 for basic burial and $4,200 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veteran services and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Feigum Funeral Home: direct cremation from $4,200. That places direct cremation roughly 40% above the South Dakota median ($2,992). 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 Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Veterans Cemetery in SD, about 60 miles from Feigum 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 116 funeral homes in South Dakota. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Feigum Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,200. 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 Feigum Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Feigum Funeral Home is located at 808 West Pleasant Drive in Pierre, SD. You can reach the home at (605) 224-4902. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Feigum Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Feigum Funeral Home provides personalized services, service options, veteran services, preplanning, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Feigum Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Feigum Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Feigum Funeral Home apart
- Prepayment options that protect against inflation and are transferable to any funeral home in the United States.
- Explicit specialization and dedication to honoring veterans.
- Offering green burial services for environmentally conscious individuals.
- Detailed guidance and support for personalization, including accommodating diverse preferences, religions, and budgets.
- Comprehensive FAQ section addressing common concerns about cremation, viewing, embalming, and post-service support.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Scattering of Ashes
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
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.