Veteran services at Moster Mortuary
Moster Mortuary serves veteran families in Rushville, IN with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,440 for basic burial and $3,025 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burials, cremation, and veteran's services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Moster Mortuary: direct cremation from $3,025. That places direct cremation roughly 32% 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 Crown Hill National Cemetery Annex in IN, about 42 miles from Moster Mortuary. 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 Moster Mortuary cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,025. 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 Moster Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Moster Mortuary is located at 334 North Main Street in Rushville, IN. You can reach the home at (765) 932-3914. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Moster Mortuary offer veteran families?
Moster Mortuary provides funerals, burials, cremation, veteran's services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Moster Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Moster Mortuary mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Moster Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Christian, Methodist families, among others.
What sets Moster Mortuary apart
- Fourth-generation family-owned business, with Ann C. Moster buying the firm back from SCI in 2007, emphasizing local, independent ownership.
- Focus on designing 'healing experiences' that address both the physical and emotional aspects of loss.
- Extensive grief support resources, including online counseling, interactive videos with Dr. Virginia Simpson, and daily email affirmations.
- Facility welcomes community gatherings and events beyond funeral services.
- Offers funeral funding solutions through LendingUSA, endorsed by the National Funeral Directors Association.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veteran's Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Christian, Methodist.
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.