Veteran services at Harper's Community Funeral Home
Harper's Community Funeral Home, located in New Haven, IN, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation. On-site amenities include chapel and off-street parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $8,195 for basic burial and $5,695 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veterans tribute funeral, cremation without celebration, cremation planning, and customizable memorial services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Harper's Community Funeral Home: direct cremation from $5,695. That places direct cremation roughly 148% 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 Marion National Cemetery in IN, about 50 miles from Harper's Community 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 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 Harper's Community Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $5,695. 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 Harper's Community Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Harper's Community Funeral Home is located at 740 State Road 930 East in New Haven, IN. You can reach the home at (260) 493-4433. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Harper's Community Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Harper's Community Funeral Home provides traditional funeral, veterans tribute funeral, traditional tribute service, remembrance service, cremation without celebration, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Harper's Community Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Harper's Community Funeral Home mentions flag presentation. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Harper's Community Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (General), Catholic, Lutheran, Baptist, Apostolic/Pentecostal families, among others.
What sets Harper's Community Funeral Home apart
- Longest-running family-owned funeral home in Allen County, Indiana, established in 1872.
- General Manager David Rousculp's extensive experience (over 45 years) as a funeral professional, embalmer, and cosmetic artist.
- Active community engagement through historical reenactments (General 'Mad' Anthony Wayne) and charity events ('Flanagan’s Wake' benefiting veterans).
- Recognition as one of the 'Best Places to Work' in 2023.
- Offering fully customizable memorial services tailored to individual lives.
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance and arrangements.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Without Celebration
- · Cremation Planning
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · General "Mad" Anthony Wayne Organization of Fort Wayne
Specialties
- · Embalming
- · Cosmetic Artistry
- · Pre-Need Insurance Agent
- · Living Historian
- · Playwright
- · Beekeeper
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (General), Catholic, Lutheran, Baptist, Apostolic/Pentecostal.
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.