Veteran services at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home
Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home, located in Preston, MN, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel (cresco) and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,895 for basic burial and $3,095 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, memorialization, direct cremation, immediate burial, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel (cresco) and memorial dvds.
Published pricing at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,995. That places direct cremation roughly 4% above the Minnesota median ($2,877). 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 Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Preston in MN, about 1 miles from Hindt-Hudek 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 567 funeral homes in Minnesota. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,995. 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 Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home is located at 157 Fillmore Street West in Preston, MN. You can reach the home at (507) 765-3813. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home provides grief support, pre-planning, burial, cremation, memorialization, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Christian Churches and Churches of Christ families, among others.
What sets Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home apart
- Multiple physical locations across southeastern Minnesota and northeastern Iowa, offering broad regional access.
- Online General Price List for transparency in service costs.
- Direct online flower ordering system connected to local florists, simplifying the process for families and guests.
- Extensive online resources including grief support links, pre-planning tools, and detailed FAQs on funeral etiquette and arrangements.
- Specialized veteran services, including assistance with headstones and burial flags, and coordination of military honors.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Committal Service
- · Immediate Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Ash Scattering
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Cresco Area Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. 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.