Veteran services at Hempel Funeral Home
Hempel Funeral Home is a funeral home in Amherst, OH that accepts veteran families and provides military funeral honors coordination through the Department of Defense honors program.
Published pricing at Hempel Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,750 and basic burial from $6,550. Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Ohio Veterans Home Cemetery in OH, approximately 24 miles from Hempel Funeral Home. Hempel Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Hempel Funeral Home holds a 4.8-star rating from 25 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Hempel Funeral Home. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“We are so grateful Eric, Ryan, and Mark at this funeral home during such a difficult time for our family. Mark was such a great help every step of the way. He was compassionate, patient, and incredibly understanding, making a very hard process feel much more manageable. Mark took the time to answer all of our questions and ensured every detail was handled with care and dignity. His kindness and professionalism truly meant so much to us. We can’t thank him enough for his support and guidance. Highly recommend their services to anyone in need of compassionate and respectful care.”
“From the very first phone call, the staff at this funeral home treated our family with extraordinary compassion and respect. During one of the most difficult seasons of our lives, their empathy was not just professional — it was deeply personal. Every team member we encountered listened patiently, answered every question with kindness, and never rushed us through decisions. They took the time to understand our wishes and worked closely with us to ensure our loved one was honored with dignity and care. Their attention to detail, clear communication, and willingness to accommodate our family’s needs brought us a sense of peace when we needed it most. What truly stood out was their genuine compassion. They anticipated needs we didn’t even realize we had and handled every detail seamlessly, allowing us to focus on grieving and remembering. We are incredibly grateful for their guidance, support, and heartfelt service. I would highly recommend them to any family seeking professionalism wrapped in true empathy.”
“Hempel Funeral Home has exceeded our expectations. All details were carefully administered and the extra care at the end of our service by the son were well received. Thank you!”
“The entire Hempel Family happen to be the most caring, compassionate, and dedicated people I know. In my saddest moments of losing my mom they handled every detail of my mom’s arrangements just as I wished and with care. If this service is needed by you or if you are preplanning , please call The Hempel Funeral home a long standing family business, a family that cares .”
“Eric and Ryan were so very compassionate starting with our call from the hospital and throughout the entire process. We couldn’t have asked for the kindness shown to our family. So grateful for the support during this unexpected time.”
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
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.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow 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.