Veteran services at Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home
Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home serves veteran families in Parsons, KS with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.9 stars from 74 reviews.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,895. That places direct cremation roughly 9% above the Kansas median ($2,647). 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 Scott National Cemetery in KS, about 45 miles from Forbes-Hoffman 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.
Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home has a 4.9-star rating from 74 Google reviews.
We list about 428 funeral homes in Kansas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home 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 Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home is located at 405 Main St. in Parsons, KS. You can reach the home at (620) 421-9000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home provides pre-need arrangements, at-need services, traditional funeral, cremation services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Nazarene, Christian (Non-denominational / Cowboy Church) families, among others.
How do families rate Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home?
Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home holds a 4.9-star rating across 74 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home apart
- Operates across multiple locations in Parsons, Chetopa, and Altamont, Kansas, providing broad regional coverage.
- Recently acquired by Taron Davis, a seasoned funeral director and embalmer, who is actively involved in the local community.
- Offers an extensive online Griefwords Online Library with articles and practical suggestions for various aspects of grief support.
- Provides specific resources and information for veterans, including benefits and substance abuse support.
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Tukios, Inc.
- · Center for Loss and Life Transition
- · Wilbert Funeral Services, Inc.
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Pre-need Arrangements
- · Veterans Resources
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Nazarene, Christian (Non-denominational / Cowboy Church).
What families have said
Taron answered every question with realism about the funeral process and accommodated all requests, letting families feel in control during loss.
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.