Veteran services at Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home
Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home serves veteran families in Wilmington, DE with military funeral planning. In their own words: "Krienen-Griffith Funeral Homes provides Veterans Tributes, assists families in securing benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and facilitates military funeral honors including the playing of “Taps,” rifle details, color guards, and flag presentations. Staff members include veterans and volunteers at the Wilmington VA Hospital." Published pricing lists $2,675 for basic burial and $1,840 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. What feedback exists is encouraging: 5.0 stars across 23 reviews.
Veteran-related services offered include traditional burial, direct burial, graveside service, cremation, and memorial service. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
Published pricing at Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,485. That places direct cremation roughly 40% above the Delaware median ($2,497). 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 Finn's Point National Cemetery in NJ, approximately 4 miles from Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home. Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home holds a 5.0-star rating from 23 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Delaware has approximately 68 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,485. 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 Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home is located at 1400 Kirkwood Hwy. in Wilmington, DE. You can reach the home at (302) 994-9614. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home provides traditional burial, direct burial, graveside service, cremation, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Krienen-Griffith Funeral Homes provides Veterans Tributes, assists families in securing benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and facilitates military funeral honors including the playing of “Taps,” rifle details, color guards, and flag presentations. Staff members include veterans and volunteers at the Wilmington VA Hospital.
Which faith traditions does Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Christian (broadly accommodating) families, among others.
How do families rate Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home?
Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home holds a 5.0-star rating across 23 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home apart
- Fourth-generation family ownership and operation since 1917, with continuous family involvement in leadership.
- Offering Resomation (Alkaline Hydrolysis) as an environmentally conscious alternative cremation option.
- Maureen E. Krienen's leadership as the first female president of the Delaware State Funeral Directors Association and participation in the NFDA National Emerging Leadership Program.
- Extensive community outreach supporting local children's charities like Serviam Girls Academy, Nativity Preparatory School, and Preston's March for Energy through the Matthews Children's Foundation.
- Dedicated veteran services, including assistance with VA benefits, military funeral honors, and staff involvement with veteran support.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
- · Direct Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Ash Scattering
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Delaware State Funeral Directors Association
Specializations
- · Resomation (Alkaline Hydrolysis)
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic, Christian (broadly accommodating). Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“Dealing with a loss/death is NEVER easy, however the staff at Krienen-Griffith are incredible. They are kind, compassionate, responsive, professional and knowledgeable. In May of 2023, my stepfather passed suddenly yet peacefully at home surrounded by family. I called Krienen-Griffith immediately and they came to our home within hours. They were caring, and compassionate with the way they handled the logistic of transporting my stepfather to their home to prepare him for the final part of his transition from this life to the next. They were there for every step of the difficult journey, helped prepare the obituary and answered every question. They truly treated us like family. I would highly recommend Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home to anyone who experiences a death or loss of a loved one.”
“My Uncle and my Grandmother's funeral arrangements were done through Krienen-Griffith. The staff is compassionate, kind and so very easy to deal with. Everything was transparent from the gate. No hidden or added fees like with another funeral home we used for my Grandfather's arrangements. And the staff at Krienen-Griffith is so very genuine and on the ball compared to the other place we dealt with. Funerals are such a delicate and difficult time for families, but the staff at Krienen-Griffith did a wonderful job navigating us through the process for my Uncle and Grandmother. We highly recommend them and are truly thankful for their empathy. They went above and beyond from start to finish. Thank you Krienen-Griffith! Special thanks to Maureen. From Irene Olson and Joe Olson's Family.”
“During a difficult and emotional time, the staff at Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home provided exceptional care and support for the family and friends of my childhood best friend. Having to attend any funeral is always a sad time, but I am grateful that the employees of the establishment provided a compassionate, professional and peaceful atmosphere. They went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly and comfortably. I would highly recommend considering this funeral home!”
“Krienen-Griffith was a huge comfort to me and my family when my mother passed. She had very specific wishes and the entire staff was kind, compassionate and accommodating. I would (and do) confidently recommend them to my family and friends.”
“What a professional experience from very caring people in such a difficult time. My mom made the preparations for my Uncle's arrangements (Joe Olson) with Krienen-Griffith. She wanted to post a review so I am doing so on her behalf. They were so helpful, kind, compassionate and accommodating. My mom feels comfort in knowing her arrangements will all be through Krienen-Griffith after this positive experience with my Uncle's funeral. Everyone was wonderful. Thank you so very much. Pattie Sarver (Joe Olson's Sister)”
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.