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Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City

1954 Industrial Dr. · David City, NE 68632

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Veteran Services

From the home's own description

“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.”

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 its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. 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.

Facilities on site include schuyler chapel, david city chapel, leigh memorial chapel, and on-site chapel.

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). 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 Omaha National Cemetery in NE, about 52 miles from Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City. 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 323 funeral homes in Nebraska. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.

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?

In its own description of its veteran services, Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.

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 and cremation services

Burial

  • · Burial

On-site facilities

· Schuyler Chapel
· David City Chapel
· Leigh Memorial Chapel
· On-site Chapel
· Reception Hall
· Handicapped Accessible
· Off-Street Parking

Affiliations and specialties

Industry affiliations

  • · Nebraska Funeral Directors Association

Specialties

  • · Grief Support
  • · Grief Education

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Catholic, Non-denominational. Languages spoken at the home: English.

Branches of service mentioned

Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City's description of its services mentions these branches:

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.