Veteran services at Kramer Funeral Home
Veteran families in Monticello, IA can turn to Kramer Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,740 for basic burial and $3,240 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, limited cremation, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Kramer Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,240. That places direct cremation roughly 12% above the Iowa median ($2,905). 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 Rock Island National Cemetery in IL, about 73 miles from Kramer 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 577 funeral homes in Iowa. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Kramer Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,240. 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 Kramer Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Kramer Funeral Home is located at 700 East Oak Street in Monticello, IA. You can reach the home at (319) 465-5400. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Kramer Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Kramer Funeral Home provides funeral services, cremation services, traditional services, limited cremation, pre-arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Kramer Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Kramer Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Kramer Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Kramer Funeral Home apart
- Five generations of family ownership and operation, tracing back to 1880 with Paul Lippert.
- Multiple physical locations across eastern Iowa, including Guttenberg, Garnavillo, Dyersville, Monticello, and Holy Cross.
- Specialization in serving Catholic families, with staff knowledgeable in Catholic faith practices for funeral planning.
- Dedicated preplanning specialists, such as Macy L. Lane, who offer expertise in advanced funeral planning, veterans' benefits, and Social Security benefits.
- Comprehensive monument coordination services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Limited Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Indiana Funeral Directors Association
- · National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
- · International Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association
Specialties
- · Preplanning
- · Monument Coordination
- · Catholic Services
- · Grief Support
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
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.