Klecatsky & Sons Southern Chapel

Veteran services at Klecatsky & Sons Southern Chapel

Klecatsky & Sons Southern Chapel serves veteran families in South Saint Paul, MN with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include west chapel: 1051 south robert street, west st. paul, mn 55118, southern chapel: 414 marie avenue, south st. paul, mn 55075, and eagan chapel: 1580 century point, eagan, mn 55121, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,595 for basic burial and $1,970 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.2 stars across 9 reviews.

Facilities on site include west chapel: 1051 south robert street, west st. paul, mn 55118, southern chapel: 414 marie avenue, south st. paul, mn 55075, eagan chapel: 1580 century point, eagan, mn 55121, and rosemount chapel: 2930 146th street west, suite 114 rosemount, mn 55068.

Published pricing at Klecatsky & Sons Southern Chapel: direct cremation from $1,970. That places direct cremation roughly 32% below 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 Fort Snelling National Cemetery in MN, about 9 miles from Klecatsky & Sons Southern 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.

Klecatsky & Sons Southern Chapel lists these traditions and communities: Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Secular Humanist, and Lgbtq Affirming. Military funeral honors can be part of a religious service; tell the director the order you want.

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 sets Klecatsky & Sons Southern Chapel apart

• Family-owned and operated since 1926, with a multi-generational legacy in funeral service.
• Multiple chapel locations across the Twin Cities metro area, including South St. Paul, West St. Paul, Eagan, and Rosemount.
• Certified crematory operators on staff, providing on-site cremation services at some locations.
• Commitment to transparent, fair, and low-cost services, explicitly stating no 'membership fees' typically found at cremation societies.
• Team of experienced funeral directors, including co-owners Bob Westrup and Josh Oxendale, and a dedicated pre-arrangement specialist, Rich Graner, who is also a Certified Preplanning Consultant.
• Staff members with diverse backgrounds and long tenure, actively involved in local community and religious organizations.

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Secular/Humanist. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.

Branches of service mentioned

Klecatsky & Sons Southern Chapel's description of its services mentions these branches:

What families have said

Tom Schultz coordinates each detail with attentiveness and care. Multiple families have used their services for parents, spouses, and children across decades. The new kitchen and gathering area reflect their ongoing investment in serving families.

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.