Veteran services at Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc.
Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc., located in Aurora, NE, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel (seating for 150-200), family room (adjacent to chapel, can be opened up), and large parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,495 for basic burial and $1,220 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services and cremation services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel (seating for 150-200) and family room (adjacent to chapel, can be opened up).
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Grand Island in NE, about 21 miles from Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc.. 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 323 funeral homes in Nebraska. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. publish funeral prices?
Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (402) 694-2199 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. is located at 1404 L St. in Aurora, NE. You can reach the home at (402) 694-2199. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. offer veteran families?
Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. provides burial services, cremation services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Protestant, Lutheran, Hinduism, Jainism families, among others.
What sets Higby McQuiston Mortuary, Inc. apart
- A continuous operational history since 1889, with multi-generational involvement in funeral service.
- Offers interactive online tributes for memorializing loved ones, allowing for digital condolences, memory sharing, and photo uploads.
- Provides extensive online resources, including detailed FAQs for cremation and burial services, and comprehensive guides for writing eulogies and obituaries.
- Staff includes licensed funeral directors and embalmers, with specific individuals licensed to sell pre-need arrangements.
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance and inquiries.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Protestant, Lutheran, Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Islam, Orthodox Judaism, Other Jewish sects. 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.