Veteran services at Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood
Veteran families in Plentywood, MT can turn to Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood for honors and benefit coordination. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,765 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial services, graveside ceremonies, cremation, and military services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood: direct cremation from $3,010. That places direct cremation roughly 27% above the Montana median ($2,367). 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 Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery - Miles City in MT, about 177 miles from Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood lists these traditions and communities: Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Secular Humanist, and Lgbtq Affirming. Military funeral honors can be part of a religious service; tell the director the order you want.
We list about 100 funeral homes in Montana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,010. 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 Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood is located at 114 West 3Rd Avenue in Plentywood, MT. You can reach the home at (406) 765-1010. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood offer veteran families?
Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood provides traditional funerals, immediate arrangements, memorial services, graveside ceremonies, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All cultures and religions (general accommodation), Catholic, Lutheran (ELCA), The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints families, among others.
What sets Fulkerson Funeral Home of Plentywood apart
- Original Fulkerson Funeral Home, established in 1938, with a multi-generational family history.
- Current owner Shawn Brooke has expanded services to include Waller Funeral Home of Scobey, MT, and Stakston-Martin Funeral Home in Crosby, ND.
- Dave and Jane Fulkerson are Certified Funeral Celebrants, offering specialized services for non-clergy-led ceremonies.
- Offers value-guaranteed pre-arranged funeral plans, allowing clients to pay at today's value.
- Provides comprehensive grief support resources through an online Griefwords Online Library.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Ceremonies
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Montana Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Traditional Funeral Services
- · Cremation Services
- · Pre-Need Program Available
- · Veteran Services
- · Green Cremation
- · Low Cost Cremation
- · Alkaline Hydrolysis
- · Certified Celebrant
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All cultures and religions (general accommodation), Catholic, Lutheran (ELCA), The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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.