Veteran services at Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel
Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel, located in Kalamazoo, MI, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include reception hall and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,095 for basic burial and $2,935 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial services, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel: direct cremation from $2,940. That places direct cremation roughly 34% 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 Fort Custer National Cemetery in MI, about 18 miles from Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel. 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 Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,940. 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 Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel is located at 3926 South 9th St. in Kalamazoo, MI. You can reach the home at (269) 343-1508. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel offer veteran families?
Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel provides traditional services, cremation services, memorial services, veterans services, immediate need, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Langeland Family Funeral Homes - Westside Chapel apart
- Operates three distinct chapels across Kalamazoo and Portage, Michigan.
- Westside Chapel features a reception hall suitable for community events and gatherings.
- Offers a Hospice Caregiver Award program, recognizing local hospice professionals.
- Provides extensive grief and bereavement support, including a dedicated Bereavement Care Coordinator and community resources.
- Available 24/7 for immediate assistance and urgent arrangements.
- Offers online pre-planning services and a comprehensive planning checklist.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Urns
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Bereavement Support
- · Hospice Caregiver Award
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.