Veteran services at Kranz Funeral Home
For veterans in Kingston, MI, Kranz Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,315 for basic burial and $3,235 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Kranz Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,235. That places direct cremation roughly 47% above the Michigan median ($2,200). 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 Great Lakes National Cemetery in MI, about 44 miles from Kranz 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 836 funeral homes in Michigan. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Kranz Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,235. 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 Kranz Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Kranz Funeral Home is located at 3452 Washington Street in Kingston, MI. You can reach the home at (989) 683-2210. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Kranz Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Kranz Funeral Home provides traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Kranz Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Kranz Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Kranz Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Baptist, Lutheran, Wesleyan families, among others.
What sets Kranz Funeral Home apart
- Two convenient locations in Cass City and Kingston, Michigan
- Large Cass City facility with a 400-seat chapel, children's room, and lounge
- Offers personalized services including tribute videos, keepsakes, and live streaming
- Provides comprehensive veteran services, including assistance with benefits and military honors
- Offers certified funeral celebrants for memorial services where clergy may not be chosen
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Traditional Services
- · Cremation Services
- · Personalization
- · Veteran Services
- · Life Celebrants
- · Advanced Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Baptist, Lutheran, Wesleyan.
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.