Veteran services at Maresh Funeral Home
Veteran families in Silver Lake, MN can turn to Maresh Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. On-site amenities include chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,695 for basic burial and $3,365 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veteran services, and traditional burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Maresh Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,365. That places direct cremation roughly 17% above the Minnesota median ($2,877). 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 Snelling National Cemetery in MN, about 48 miles from Maresh 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 567 funeral homes in Minnesota. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Maresh Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,365. 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 Maresh Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Maresh Funeral Home is located at 105 Main Street West in Silver Lake, MN. You can reach the home at (320) 327-2417. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Maresh Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Maresh Funeral Home provides cremation services, pre-arrangements, grief support, veteran services, traditional burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Maresh Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Maresh Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Maresh Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian families, among others.
What sets Maresh Funeral Home apart
- Spanish-speaking services with a dedicated Family Advisor, Maria Felger Ramos.
- Services incorporating Native Customs, supported by Funeral Director Robert Gill, a member of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate.
- "Cremation with Confidence" program, adhering to a 10-step process for respectful and accurate cremation.
- Complimentary services for infant deaths, including visitation, funeral or graveside services, and a combination casket/vault.
- Daily grief support email messages provided for one year following services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Chilson Holdings, Inc.
- · Knights Of Columbus
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Spanish Speaking Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian. Languages spoken at the home: English, 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.