Veteran services at Fjelstul Funeral Home
For veterans in Decorah, IA, Fjelstul Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include french chapel and chekal chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, graveside service, veterans services, and gravestone design. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include french chapel and chekal chapel.
Published pricing at Fjelstul Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,410. That places direct cremation roughly 17% above the Iowa median ($2,905). 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 Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Preston in MN, about 30 miles from Fjelstul 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 577 funeral homes in Iowa. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Fjelstul Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,410. 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 Fjelstul Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Fjelstul Funeral Home is located at 306 East Water St. in Decorah, IA. You can reach the home at (563) 382-5210. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Fjelstul Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Fjelstul Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, traditional funeral service, graveside service, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Fjelstul Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Fjelstul Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Fjelstul Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran (ELCA), Community Church, United Church of Christ families, among others.
What sets Fjelstul Funeral Home apart
- Independently owned and operated by Scott and Teesha Helms.
- Multiple locations across Northeast Iowa: Decorah, Calmar, and Fort Atkinson.
- Comprehensive cremation options, including traditional services, graveside services, and various memorialization choices.
- Specialization in Veterans Services and gravestone design.
- Staff includes a Director of Family Services licensed in Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, offering prearrangement and grief support.
- Available 24/7 for support.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Iowa Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Gravestone Design
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran (ELCA), Community Church, United Church of Christ. 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.