Veteran services at McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood
For veterans in Amite, LA, McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood coordinates military honors and burial benefits. Staff help families secure VA burial benefits, request military honors, and coordinate with national or state veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include chapel facilities for viewing and ceremony and reception space available, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,630 for basic burial and $2,870 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel facilities for viewing and ceremony.
Published pricing at McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood: direct cremation from $2,870. That places direct cremation roughly 31% above the Louisiana median ($2,195). 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 Louisiana National Cemetery in LA, about 50 miles from McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood. 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 373 funeral homes in Louisiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,870. 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 McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood is located at 110 East Factory St. in Amite, LA. You can reach the home at (985) 748-7178. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood offer veteran families?
McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood provides funeral service, memorial service, grief support, veteran services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood help veterans with VA burial benefits?
McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (Non-denominational/Pentecostal) families, among others.
What sets McKneely Funeral Home of Amite & Kentwood apart
- Offers an extensive online 'Griefwords' library by Dr. Alan Wolfelt, providing detailed resources for grief support for individuals, families, children, and teenagers.
- Emphasizes the purpose and benefits of funeral services and rituals as integral to the healing process, providing a structured approach to mourning.
- Provides dedicated information and assistance for Veteran Services, acknowledging the specific needs of military families.
- Operates two physical locations in Amite and Kentwood, Louisiana, serving a broader regional community.
Military and veteran services listed
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Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Center for Loss and Life Transition
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (Non-denominational/Pentecostal). 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.