Veteran services at Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc.
Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. in Greenfield, OH supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "The funeral home website includes a 'Veterans' link under 'Helpful Links,' but specific veteran services are not detailed." On-site amenities include additional parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,195 for basic burial and $2,055 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Early reviews are positive, averaging 4.3 stars across 6.
Veteran-related services offered include memorial service, burial, and cremation. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
Published pricing at Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $2,055. That places direct cremation roughly 0% above the Ohio median ($2,050). 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 Dayton National Cemetery in OH, approximately 54 miles from Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc.. Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Ohio has approximately 1,266 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,055. 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 Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 380 Jefferson St. in Greenfield, OH. You can reach the home at (937) 981-4081. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. provides formal funeral, memorial service, pre-planning, burial, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
The funeral home website includes a 'Veterans' link under 'Helpful Links,' but specific veteran services are not detailed.
How do families rate Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc.?
Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. holds a 4.3-star rating across 6 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Greenfield's oldest active business, established in 1851.
- Continuous operation at its original 380 Jefferson Street location since its founding.
- Extensive historical timeline detailing ownership transitions and local contributions, including early ambulance services.
- Owner Heath H. Fettro is a mortuary science graduate with prior experience at multiple local funeral homes.
- Offers a comprehensive online grief library provided by the Center for Loss and Life Transition.
- Provides an additional 23-space parking lot and is fully handicapped accessible.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Committal
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Chamber of Commerce
- · Eagles Lodge
- · Elks
Specializations
- · Cremation services
- · Advance funeral planning
- · Custom funerals
- · Simple cremation
- · Grief support
- · Urn selection
- · Military funeral service
- · Veteran burial flags
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Murray-Fettro Funeral Home, Inc.. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“I cannot thank Murray-Fettro enough for the incredible care and compassion they showed during such a difficult time. From the moment I walked through the doors, they treated me with warmth, respect, and genuine understanding. Every detail was handled with grace and professionalism, and they went above and beyond to make sure our wishes were honored. Heath and his team are truly exceptional, patient, attentive, and compassionate. They took the time to listen, explain every step, and offer guidance with such kindness that it felt like I were being cared for by very close friends. The service they helped us create was beautiful and heartfelt, and we are forever grateful for the dignity and comfort they provided.”
“Alot of my family use Murray Fettro funeral services. They are very kind and try to give all that they can to help with a sad situation. Greenfield is a small town so evwryone knpws everyone. Heath Fettro makes you feel comfortable.”
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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.