Veteran services at Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home
For veterans in Sparta, WI, Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include ample parking and large chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,450 for basic burial and $2,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, burial, cremation, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large chapel.
Published pricing at Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,995. That places direct cremation roughly 4% above the Wisconsin median ($2,885). 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 Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Preston in MN, about 66 miles from Lanham-Schanhofer 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 539 funeral homes in Wisconsin. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,995. 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 Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home is located at 106 West Franklin St. in Sparta, WI. You can reach the home at (608) 269-6666. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home provides funeral service, memorial service, burial, cremation, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran families, among others.
What sets Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home apart
- The funeral home is Sparta's oldest continuous business operating at the same location.
- Offers a fellowship hall for catered receptions on-site, providing a convenient space for post-service gatherings.
- Provides a complimentary year-long daily grief support message service via email.
- Staff members are deeply integrated into the local community, holding active roles in numerous Sparta-based civic and religious organizations.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · St. Patrick's Catholic Church
- · Knights of Columbus
- · Sparta Butterfest
- · Junior Achievement
- · Sparta Kiwanis
- · Good Citizen Volunteer Organization
- · The Sparta Rotary Club
- · Sparta Youth Athletics
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran. Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.