Veteran services at Flanner Buchanan Speedway
Veteran families in Indianapolis, IN can turn to Flanner Buchanan Speedway for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include reception centers and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,395 for basic burial and $2,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, green burial, memorialization, and memorial services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include garden suite.
Published pricing at Flanner Buchanan Speedway: direct cremation from $2,895. That places direct cremation roughly 26% above the Indiana median ($2,300). 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 Crown Hill National Cemetery Annex in IN, about 5 miles from Flanner Buchanan Speedway. 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 779 funeral homes in Indiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Flanner Buchanan Speedway cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,895. 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 Flanner Buchanan Speedway located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Flanner Buchanan Speedway is located at 2950 North High School Road in Indianapolis, IN. You can reach the home at (317) 387-7020. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Flanner Buchanan Speedway offer veteran families?
Flanner Buchanan Speedway provides celebrations of life, weddings, family events, school events, civic events, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Flanner Buchanan Speedway help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Flanner Buchanan Speedway mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Flanner Buchanan Speedway accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, All Christian denominations families, among others.
What sets Flanner Buchanan Speedway apart
- Pioneering innovations in funeral service, including being the first in the region to employ a female embalmer, use electric cars for funerals (1903), and operate a crematory (1904).
- Extensive collection of Brown County art by Indiana artists displayed in their locations.
- Multi-purpose event venues available for non-funeral events such as weddings, civic functions, and business meetings.
- "Caregiver of the Month" program recognizing dedicated community caregivers.
- Offers green burial options as an environmentally conscious choice.
- Operates 13 modern locations across Indianapolis, providing widespread accessibility and diverse facility options.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Green Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Buchanan Group, Inc.
- · Legacy Cremation & Funeral Services
- · Fewell Monument
- · Forever Friends Pet Cemetery
- · Private Label Caskets
- · Washington Park Cemetery Association
- · Catholic Cemeteries Association
- · Lavenia & Summers Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Religious Practices
- · Ethnic Practices
- · Green Funerals
- · Brown County Art Collection
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, All Christian denominations.
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.