Veteran services at Keehr Funeral Home
Veteran families in Spring Valley, WI can turn to Keehr Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,965 for basic burial and $2,785 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, veterans, memorial service, and direct cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Keehr Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,785. That places direct cremation roughly 3% below the Wisconsin median ($2,885). 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 Fort Snelling National Cemetery in MN, about 46 miles from Keehr 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 539 funeral homes in Wisconsin. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Keehr Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,785. 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 Keehr Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Keehr Funeral Home is located at S604 Plant St. in Spring Valley, WI. You can reach the home at (715) 778-5501. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Keehr Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Keehr Funeral Home provides cremation, burial, pre-planning, veterans, traditional funeral, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Keehr Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Keehr Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Keehr Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Keehr Funeral Home apart
- Multi-generational family ownership and operation since 1934, with current operator Ross Keehr continuing the legacy since 1984.
- Specialization in Veterans Services, including assistance with headstones and burial flags.
- Offers a unique 'A year of daily grief support' email program.
- Provides extensive online resources and detailed guidance on funeral etiquette and frequently asked questions.
- Affiliation with The Funeral and Memorial Information Council, promoting 'Have The Talk of a Lifetime' for pre-planning discussions.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · The Funeral and Memorial Information Council
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic. 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.