Veteran services at Green Country Funeral Home
Green Country Funeral Home, located in Tahlequah, OK, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,999 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: immediate burial, memorial service, graveside service, cremation, green burial, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Green Country Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,124. That places direct cremation roughly 5% above the Oklahoma median ($2,027). 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 Gibson National Cemetery in OK, about 17 miles from Green Country 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.
We list about 415 funeral homes in Oklahoma. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Green Country Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,124. 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 Green Country Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Green Country Funeral Home is located at 203 Ron Rice Road in Tahlequah, OK. You can reach the home at (918) 458-5055. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Green Country Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Green Country Funeral Home provides immediate burial, visitation, funeral service, memorial service, graveside service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Green Country Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Green Country Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Green Country Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist families, among others.
What sets Green Country Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated, emphasizing independence from corporate chains.
- On-site crematory, ensuring continuous care for loved ones.
- Specialization in Green Burial options.
- Extensive personalization options, including life tribute videos and custom stationery.
- Owners have deep ties to the Cherokee Nation and are actively involved in the Tahlequah community.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Immediate Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Committal Service
- · Interment
- · Green Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Multiple Urn Placement
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Cherokee Nation
- · Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Personalized Services
- · Green Burial Options
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist. 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.