Veteran services at McKee Mortuary Inc
McKee Mortuary Inc serves veteran families in North Manchester, IN with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel parlors, off-street parking, and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,010 for basic burial and $2,930 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, cremation, burial, cemetery arrangements, crematory arrangements, and military services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel parlors.
Published pricing at McKee Mortuary Inc: direct cremation from $2,930. That places direct cremation roughly 27% above the Indiana median ($2,300). 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 Marion National Cemetery in IN, about 34 miles from McKee Mortuary Inc. 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 779 funeral homes in Indiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at McKee Mortuary Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,930. 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 McKee Mortuary Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
McKee Mortuary Inc is located at 1401 State Road 114 West in North Manchester, IN. You can reach the home at (260) 982-6700. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does McKee Mortuary Inc offer veteran families?
McKee Mortuary Inc provides traditional funeral service, memorial service, committal service, celebration of life service, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does McKee Mortuary Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, McKee Mortuary Inc mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does McKee Mortuary Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Congregational Christian, United Methodist, Missionary Church, Brethren families, among others.
What sets McKee Mortuary Inc apart
- In-house monument design and lettering facility, providing personalized granite memorials.
- Strong emphasis on preplanning with online forms, flexible funding options, and assistance with Social Security benefits.
- Specialization in personalization services, incorporating photos, videos, artwork, music, and literature to create unique tributes.
- Long-standing history in North Manchester since 1963, with continuous family involvement.
- Staff includes a Wabash County Deputy Coroner and a U.S. Army veteran, demonstrating diverse expertise and community ties.
- Affiliation with Timbercrest Senior Living Community.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Committal Service
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Crematory Arrangements
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · North Manchester Chamber of Commerce
- · Manchester Alive
- · Manchester Symphony Orchestra
- · Timbercrest Senior Living Community
- · Junior Achievement
- · Knights of Columbus
- · North Manchester Lions Club
Specialties
- · Monuments
- · Pre-Arrangement
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Congregational Christian, United Methodist, Missionary Church, Brethren. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
McKee Mortuary Inc'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.