Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home

Veteran services at Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home

For veterans in Morgantown, WV, Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In their own words: "The funeral home assists families in securing veteran benefits and provides services tailored to honor those who have served the country." On-site amenities include chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,305 for basic burial and $2,940 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, and veterans services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.

On-site facilities of note include chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.

Published pricing at Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,550. That places direct cremation roughly 10% above the West Virginia median ($2,325). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.

The nearest VA national cemetery is West Virginia National Cemetery in WV, approximately 27 miles from Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home. Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

West Virginia has approximately 299 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,550. 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 Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home is located at 10 South High St. in Morgantown, WV. You can reach the home at (304) 296-6446. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home offer veteran families?

Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home provides traditional services, cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?

The funeral home assists families in securing veteran benefits and provides services tailored to honor those who have served the country.

Which faith traditions does Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Christian denominations (as they offer services in churches and work with clergy) families, among others.

What sets Fred L. Jenkens Funeral Home apart

Emphasis on personalization, creating services that celebrate life rather than focusing on death.
Commitment to transparency, ensuring families understand all options and consumer rights.
Attention to detail in facility presentation, creating a home-like atmosphere with curated ceremonies and seasonal décor.
Offering a complimentary publish space (CPS) in the local newspaper for obituaries, a value-added service to help families save money.
Staff known for anticipating needs and weaving small but meaningful touches into each service.
Providing Legacy Touch fingerprint keepsakes with 24-hour turnaround for services.

Military & veteran services offered

★Memorial Service

★Veterans Services

Burial & cremation services

Burial

· Graveside Service

Cremation

· Cremation Services

On-site facilities

· Chapel

· Reception Area

· Hospitality Area

Affiliations & specializations

Specializations

· Veterans Services

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Christian denominations (as they offer services in churches and work with clergy).

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The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.

DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.

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How honors are coordinated

Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.

For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.