Veteran services at Johnson's Funeral Home
Johnson's Funeral Home in Georgetown, KY 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 large chapel (up to 250 capacity) and large reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,900 for basic burial and $2,430 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, burial services, and memorial keepsakes. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large chapel (up to 250 capacity) and gardens.
Published pricing at Johnson's Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,430. That places direct cremation roughly 22% above the Kentucky median ($1,995). 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 Kentucky Veterans Cemetery - North in KY, about 28 miles from Johnson's 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 552 funeral homes in Kentucky. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Johnson's Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,430. 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 Johnson's Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Johnson's Funeral Home is located at 641 South Broadway in Georgetown, KY. You can reach the home at (502) 863-3550. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Johnson's Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Johnson's Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, burial services, celebration of life, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Johnson's Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Johnson's Funeral Home 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.
What sets Johnson's Funeral Home apart
- Offers a "365 Days of Healing" free daily grief support email program for ongoing support.
- Demonstrated proactive problem-solving and coordination, such as assisting a family with a broken urn vault and coordinating with the cemetery and pastor without prior relationship.
- Receives consistent testimonials praising detailed organization, efficiency, and personalized attention to families, including remembering names and comforting children.
- Engages in community support through sponsorships of local outreach programs and events.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Dignity Memorial Network
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Religious & Cultural Traditions
- · Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- · Memorial Spaceflight (Celestis)
- · Spanish Language Services
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.