Veteran services at Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes
Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes, located in Tama, IA, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,055 for basic burial and $3,200 for direct cremation. The non-declinable service fee is $2,800. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, burial, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Iowa Veterans Cemetery in IA, about 75 miles from Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes. 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
Does Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes publish funeral prices?
Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (641) 484-3400 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes is located at 209 East 7Th Street in Tama, IA. You can reach the home at (641) 484-3400. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes provides funeral service, memorial service, pre-planning, burial, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for United Methodist, Catholic, Lutheran (ELCA), Evangelical Free families, among others.
What sets Kruse-Phillips Funeral Homes apart
- Locally owned and family-operated, with owners Todd and Lori Kruse having strong local ties to Tama County.
- History of acquiring and integrating multiple local funeral homes, demonstrating a commitment to the region.
- Emphasis on personalized, meaningful services designed to aid the healing process.
- Comprehensive grief support resources, including an online Grief Library with content from Dr. Alan Wolfelt.
- 24/7 uninterrupted service availability.
- Handicapped accessible facility with a range of dedicated spaces for services and gatherings.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Committal
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Iowa Funeral Directors Association
- · Living Faith United Methodist Church
- · Toledo-Tama Kiwanis Club
- · Hiram of Tyre Masonic Lodge #118
- · Fraternal Order of Eagles
- · Tama-Toledo Chamber of Commerce
- · South Tama Activity Boosters
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · COVID-19 Pandemic Guidance
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: United Methodist, Catholic, Lutheran (ELCA), Evangelical Free. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish.
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.