Veteran services at Isburg Funeral Chapel
Isburg Funeral Chapel in Pierre, SD supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Isburg Funeral Chapels offers specific services dedicated to honoring veterans." 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.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation services and honoring veterans. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include on-site chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Isburg Funeral Chapel: direct cremation from $3,900. That places direct cremation roughly 30% above the South Dakota median ($2,992). 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 Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Veterans Cemetery in SD, approximately 60 miles from Isburg Funeral Chapel. Isburg Funeral Chapel can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
South Dakota has approximately 116 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Isburg Funeral Chapel is among them.
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 Chapels offers specific services dedicated to honoring veterans.
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 & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Specializations
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic, Lutheran (LCMS), Episcopal, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, Adventist.
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.