Veteran services at Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC
Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC serves veteran families in Marshalltown, IA with military funeral planning. In their own words: "Mitchell Family Funeral Home has strong ties to the veteran community in Marshalltown, with staff members connected to the Iowa Veterans Home (IVH), a state-operated long-term care facility for veterans and their spouses. The funeral home's affiliated Riverside Cemetery also offers military burial services, including veteran burial flags. They assist families of veterans and those residing at IVH." On-site amenities include west marshall chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,605 for basic burial and $2,700 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Across 35 Google reviews, the firm averages 4.8 stars.
Veteran-related services offered include online memorial, traditional burial, cremation, and graveside service. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include west marshall chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC: direct cremation from $2,700. That places direct cremation roughly 7% below the Iowa median ($2,905). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Iowa Veterans Cemetery in IA, approximately 61 miles from Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC. Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC holds a 4.8-star rating from 35 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Iowa has approximately 577 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,700. 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 Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC is located at 1209 Iowa Ave. W in Marshalltown, IA. You can reach the home at (641) 844-1234. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC offer veteran families?
Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC provides send flowers, grief support, pre-planning, online memorial, tribute video, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Mitchell Family Funeral Home has strong ties to the veteran community in Marshalltown, with staff members connected to the Iowa Veterans Home (IVH), a state-operated long-term care facility for veterans and their spouses. The funeral home's affiliated Riverside Cemetery also offers military burial services, including veteran burial flags. They assist families of veterans and those residing at IVH.
Which faith traditions does Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Quaker, Brethren in Christ, United Methodist, Assembly of God, Christian (Non-denominational) families, among others.
How do families rate Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC?
Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC holds a 4.8-star rating across 35 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC apart
- On-site crematory for direct cremation services
- Museum of Funeral Service located within the facility
- Extensive range of unique merchandise, including Trappist Caskets, Meany Caskets (made with local Marshalltown metal), Amana Wood Urns, Amish Line Caskets, and Barnwood options
- Specialized disposition options like celestial space launch and diamond making from cremated remains
- Customized online memorials and personal tribute videos
- Bilingual services available for Spanish-speaking families
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specializations
- · Bilingual Services
- · Pre-Need Arrangements
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Quaker, Brethren in Christ, United Methodist, Assembly of God, Christian (Non-denominational), Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Mitchell Family Funeral Services, LLC. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“Unbelievably kind, caring, and efficient staff. Planning a loved ones funeral is not an easy one, even when prepared, the staff listened, honored and respected the wishes of my mom. Their attention to detail and thoughtfulness is so appreciated!”
“My family has always used Marty an Mitchell Family Funeral Home. My parents passed in April of 05 an August of 05. I called Marty on both occasions an he handled everything perfectly. He even went to the cemetery an helped my brother an I dig the holes for the earns. Only thing bigger than Marty's heart is his caring an compassionate soul for not only the families he cares for but also the community. Calling him a class act is an understatement!!!”
“My experience with Mitchell Funeral Home has always been positive and memorable. All of the staff were wonderful and accommodating recently for the funeral of a very special member of our family. Marty, thank you, for that extra nice touch as we said goodbye to Bobby.”
“Unfortunately my family had to deal with death all too often the past few years. Fortunately Marty and his staff has been there to help us through this process. Very professional and so comforting and helpful. Highly recommend them. We have also been to so many friends and family Funerals there over the years, always with a hug or a hand shake making sure we were ok.”
“Went to school with the owner. Friends on Facebook. Contacted the funeral home numerous times prior to my mom's death. Not one phone call was returned. Contacted again last week about a check that was returned to me. When asked if I wanted someone to return my call, I stated it didn't matter as I didn't believe it would happen. Guess what! No return phone call. Thank goodness I have don't have family left in town to worry about final plans for. I sure wouldn't go back to Mitchell if I did.”
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.