Veteran services at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre
Veteran families in Crown Point, IN can turn to Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,185 for basic burial and $2,880 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation and burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre: direct cremation from $2,880. That places direct cremation roughly 25% 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 Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in IL, about 41 miles from Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre. 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 Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,880. 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 Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre is located at 606 East 113Th Avenue in Crown Point, IN. You can reach the home at (219) 663-2500. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre offer veteran families?
Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre provides cremation, burial, receptions, pet loss, planning ahead, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All faiths served, Humanistic services families, among others.
What sets Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre apart
- Six generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1867, providing a deep legacy of service in Northwest Indiana.
- Owns and operates an on-site crematory, ensuring that loved ones remain in their direct care throughout the cremation process.
- Offers specialized pet loss services through a dedicated Pet Loss Center, acknowledging pets as family members.
- Hosts a variety of annual community events, including Veterans Dinners, a Christmas Tree Bonfire, and a Memory Bear Workshop.
- Recipient of the National Funeral Directors Association’s Pursuit of Excellence Award for nine consecutive years.
- Provides a full-service reception center at its Crown Point location for post-service gatherings.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association’s Pursuit of Excellence Award
- · Lion’s Club
- · Rotary International
- · Tri-Kappa
- · Meals on Wheels
- · Phil’s Friends
- · Breakfast Kiwanis
- · American Legion
Specialties
- · Pet Loss
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All faiths served, Humanistic services. 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.