Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel

Veteran services at Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel

Veteran families in Sturgis, MI can turn to Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel for honors and benefit coordination. In their own words: "Robert R. "Bob" Hackman, the firm's founder, was a U.S. Army veteran, suggesting an understanding and likely accommodation for veteran families, though specific veteran service packages are not explicitly listed." On-site amenities include hackman chapel and rosenberg chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,880 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

On-site facilities of note include hackman chapel and rosenberg 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.

The nearest VA national cemetery is Fort Custer National Cemetery in MI, approximately 36 miles from Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel. Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

Michigan has approximately 836 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel is among them.

Frequently asked questions

Does Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel publish funeral prices?

Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request — call (269) 651-2331, and ask how VA burial benefits apply.

Where is Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel is located at 114 South Nottawa Street in Sturgis, MI. You can reach the home at (269) 651-2331. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel offer veteran families?

Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel provides preplanning, funeral service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?

Robert R. "Bob" Hackman, the firm's founder, was a U.S. Army veteran, suggesting an understanding and likely accommodation for veteran families, though specific veteran service packages are not explicitly listed.

Which faith traditions does Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Lutheran, Catholic families, among others.

What sets Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel apart

Multi-generational family ownership and operation, with Hackman family members actively involved in leadership and daily operations.
Two dedicated chapel facilities in Sturgis, Michigan: Hackman Chapel and Rosenberg Chapel.
Specialized staff roles, including a dedicated Monument Sales Manager and Designer for personalized memorialization.
Strong emphasis on preplanning services to alleviate future burdens on families.
Affiliations with Michigan Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Directors Association, and Selected Independent Funeral Homes.
Staff members are active in local religious communities, including Trinity Lutheran Church (Lutheran) and Holy Angels Catholic Church (Catholic), indicating an understanding of diverse faith traditions.

On-site facilities

· Hackman Chapel

· Rosenberg Chapel

Affiliations & specializations

Industry affiliations

· Michigan Funeral Directors Association
· National Funeral Directors Association
· Selected Independent Funeral Homes

Specializations

· Veteran Services
· Pet Services
· Green burial

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Lutheran, Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.

Branches of service supported

Based on the home's stated services and specializations, Hackman Family Funeral Homes-Hackman Chapel has documented experience supporting the following branches:

Army

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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.