Veteran services at Ludvigsen Mortuary
Ludvigsen Mortuary, located in Fremont, NE, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include mortuary chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,607 for basic burial and $2,491 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 mortuary chapel.
Published pricing at Ludvigsen Mortuary: direct cremation from $2,491. That places direct cremation roughly 17% below the Nebraska median ($2,995). 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 Omaha National Cemetery in NE, about 28 miles from Ludvigsen Mortuary. 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 323 funeral homes in Nebraska. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Ludvigsen Mortuary cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,491. 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 Ludvigsen Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Ludvigsen Mortuary is located at 1249 East 23Rd Street in Fremont, NE. You can reach the home at (402) 721-4440. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Ludvigsen Mortuary offer veteran families?
Ludvigsen Mortuary provides funeral services, cremation services, veterans' services, pre-planning services, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Ludvigsen Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Ludvigsen Mortuary mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Ludvigsen Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Accommodates diverse religious and cultural traditions families, among others.
What sets Ludvigsen Mortuary apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1975, with two generations of licensed funeral directors (Larry and Jon Ludvigsen) involved in daily operations.
- Operates three locations across Fremont, Hooper, and Scribner, Nebraska, providing extended regional coverage.
- Offers specialized Veterans' Services, with both Larry and Jon Ludvigsen being U.S. Marine Corps veterans and Jon actively involved in local veteran organizations.
- Provides comprehensive grief support, including monthly newsletters and personal contacts for families after services.
- Emphasizes highly personalized services tailored to individual lives, accommodating diverse religious and cultural traditions.
- Offers pre-arrangement services with the option to pre-pay and lock in costs at current prices, protecting against future inflation.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veterans' Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Accommodates diverse religious and cultural traditions.
Branches of service mentioned
Ludvigsen Mortuary's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.