Veteran services at Isburg Funeral Chapel
Isburg Funeral Chapel in Pierre, SD supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. The home assists with VA paperwork, honor-guard requests, and scheduling at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,295 for basic burial and $3,900 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Isburg Funeral Chapel: direct cremation from $3,900. That places direct cremation roughly 30% above the South Dakota median ($2,992). 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 Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Veterans Cemetery in SD, about 60 miles from Isburg Funeral Chapel. 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 116 funeral homes in South Dakota. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Isburg Funeral Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,900. 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 Isburg Funeral Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Isburg Funeral Chapel is located at 439 South Pierre St. in Pierre, SD. You can reach the home at (605) 224-8836. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Isburg Funeral Chapel offer veteran families?
Isburg Funeral Chapel provides funeral services, cremation services, personalization, honoring veterans, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Isburg Funeral Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Isburg Funeral Chapel assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Isburg Funeral Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran (LCMS), Episcopal, Baptist, Methodist families, among others.
What sets Isburg Funeral Chapel apart
- Over a century of continuous operation, established in 1895.
- Second-generation family management with D. Scott Isburg.
- Pierre chapel features the largest seating capacity in central South Dakota.
- Newly remodeled family room available for visitations, overflow, and receptions.
- Commitment to personalized services, accommodating diverse religions, cultures, and budgets.
- Specialized services for honoring veterans.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran (LCMS), Episcopal, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, Adventist.
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.