Veteran services at Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City
For veterans in David City, NE, Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In their own words: "Kracl Funeral Chapels facilitates services for veterans, including military honors, as evidenced by past services for individuals like David Zegers, a Navy veteran whose obituary included a military hymn and details of his distinguished service." On-site amenities include schuyler chapel, david city chapel, and leigh memorial chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,000 for basic burial and $3,230 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
On-site facilities of note include schuyler chapel, david city chapel, leigh memorial chapel, and 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 Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City: direct cremation from $2,990. That places direct cremation roughly 0% below the Nebraska median ($2,995). 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 Omaha National Cemetery in NE, approximately 52 miles from Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City. Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Nebraska has approximately 323 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,990. 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 Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City is located at 1954 Industrial Dr. in David City, NE. You can reach the home at (402) 367-3377. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City offer veteran families?
Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City provides funeral services, advanced planning, monuments, flowers, burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Kracl Funeral Chapels facilitates services for veterans, including military honors, as evidenced by past services for individuals like David Zegers, a Navy veteran whose obituary included a military hymn and details of his distinguished service.
Which faith traditions does Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Non-denominational families, among others.
What sets Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City apart
- Direct involvement of Reverend Blue Jeans (Jerry Kracl) in non-denominational grief support programs, including seminars, retreats, and a dedicated CD for healing from loss.
- The David City Chapel's large seating capacity of up to 300 people and extensive off-street parking for over 90 vehicles.
- Offering a wide selection of pre-planning and pre-payment options, including bank CDs, trust accounts, and insurance policies, without the use of third-party salespeople.
- Explicit commitment to tailoring services to be as unique as the individual being remembered.
- The Schuyler Chapel features a large fellowship area for receptions and gatherings.
Burial & cremation services
Burial
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On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Nebraska Funeral Directors Association
Specializations
- · Grief Support
- · Grief Education
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic, Non-denominational. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service supported
Based on the home's stated services and specializations, Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City has documented experience supporting the following branches:
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.