Veteran services at Murphy Funeral Home
Murphy Funeral Home in Mt Pleasant, IA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $5,035 for basic burial and $2,135 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Murphy Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,135. That places direct cremation roughly 27% below the Iowa median ($2,905). 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 Keokuk National Cemetery Annex in IA, about 40 miles from Murphy 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 577 funeral homes in Iowa. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Murphy Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,135. 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 Murphy Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Murphy Funeral Home is located at 408 North Broadway Street in Mt Pleasant, IA. You can reach the home at (319) 385-4713. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Murphy Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Murphy Funeral Home provides traditional religious services, cremation services, monument sales, pre-arrangements, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Murphy Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Murphy Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Murphy Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Lutheran, Methodist, Catholic, Open Bible families, among others.
What sets Murphy Funeral Home apart
- Over a century of continuous operation, family-owned since 2005
- Comprehensive monument sales and services available on-site
- Extensive community involvement by owner Jeff Murphy, including leadership roles on local cemetery boards and church activities
- Specialization in Veterans Services, including arranging military honors, obtaining headstones, and securing burial flags
- Emphasis on personalized service and affordability
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Iowa Funeral Director Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Monuments
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Lutheran, Methodist, Catholic, Open Bible, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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.