Veteran services at McCreary County Funeral Home
McCreary County Funeral Home, located in Whitley City, KY, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,800 for basic burial and $2,300 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, cremation services, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at McCreary County Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,300. That places direct cremation roughly 15% above the Kentucky median ($1,995). 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 Mill Springs National Cemetery in KY, about 27 miles from McCreary County 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 552 funeral homes in Kentucky. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at McCreary County Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,300. 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 McCreary County Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
McCreary County Funeral Home is located at 48 State Hwy. 700 in Whitley City, KY. You can reach the home at (606) 376-5358. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does McCreary County Funeral Home offer veteran families?
McCreary County Funeral Home provides traditional funeral service, memorial service, committal service, celebration of life service, cremation services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does McCreary County Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, McCreary County Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does McCreary County Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for United Baptist, Church of God families, among others.
What sets McCreary County Funeral Home apart
- Over 50 years of continuous operation and a detailed ownership history, reflecting deep community roots.
- Specialized grief support resources, including guidance for children and a year-long weekly email program.
- Extensive personalization options for services, incorporating photos, videos, artwork, music, and literature to honor individual lives.
- Staff includes licensed funeral directors and embalmers, with a team member also serving as the McCreary County Coroner, indicating local integration and expertise.
- Comprehensive pre-planning services available online, including a detailed checklist to assist families in making advance arrangements.
- 24-hour phone answering and active online presence for obituaries and announcements.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Clearview United Baptist Church
- · Orie S. Ware Masonic Lodge
- · Laurel Heights Order of the Eastern Star
- · Scottish Rite Covington Valley
- · McCreary County Fair Board
- · McCreary County Republican Chairman
- · McCreary County Election Board Republican Member
- · Adanta Regional Board of Directors Member
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Children & Grief
- · Veterans Services
- · Pre-Need Arrangements
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: United Baptist, Church of God. 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.