Veteran services at Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home
Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege, NE supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "The funeral home facilitates services with military honors, as evidenced by an obituary mentioning "Military and Masonic Honors." They also list a local "Veterans" office under their helpful links, indicating support for veteran families." On-site amenities include chapel b / visitation room, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $7,230 for basic burial and $4,755 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Across 102 Google reviews, the firm averages 5.0 stars.
Veteran-related services offered include memorial service, graveside service, and funeral mass of christian burial. 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 chapel b / visitation room. 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 Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home: direct cremation from $4,755. That places direct cremation roughly 59% above the Nebraska median ($2,995). 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 Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Grand Island in NE, approximately 63 miles from Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home. Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home holds a 5.0-star rating from 102 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Nebraska has approximately 323 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,755. 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 Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home is located at 401 Burlington Street in Holdrege, NE. You can reach the home at (308) 995-4114. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home provides pre-need services, at-need services, after-care services, funeral service, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
The funeral home facilitates services with military honors, as evidenced by an obituary mentioning "Military and Masonic Honors." They also list a local "Veterans" office under their helpful links, indicating support for veteran families.
Which faith traditions does Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian, Evangelical Free Church families, among others.
How do families rate Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home?
Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home holds a 5.0-star rating across 102 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home apart
- Operates multiple facilities across Holdrege, Oxford, Alma, and Wilcox, providing localized service.
- Offers extensive grief support through an online Grief Library, featuring articles from Dr. Alan Wolfelt, a noted grief expert.
- Strong emphasis on pre-need planning, offering a downloadable guide to help families make arrangements in advance and potentially mitigate future costs.
- Staff members have deep local roots and specific professional qualifications, including valedictorian honors in mortuary science and backgrounds in nursing and education.
- Active affiliations with local community organizations like the Knights of Columbus, Holdrege Rotary Club, and Phelps County Community Foundation, demonstrating community engagement.
- Provides personalized and memorable tribute planning to celebrate each loved one's unique life story.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Funeral Mass Of Christian Burial
Cremation
- · Inurnment
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Chamber Of Commerce
- · All Saints Catholic Church
- · Knights Of Columbus
- · Holdrege Rotary Club
- · Phelps County Community Foundation
- · Nebraska Funeral Directors Association
- · Phelps Memorial Health Center
Specializations
- · Traditional Funeral Services
- · Cremation Services
- · Memorial Services
- · Pre-Planning Options
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic, Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian, Evangelical Free Church. Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“I have known about Nelson-Bauer for years, as some of my relatives have used their services. Personally, I am very grateful for their assistance and guidance after my friend’s death. They have a solid grasp of what we needed and helped get us information we needed regarding near-by cemeteries. After the funeral, they even followed up with us to see if we needed anything else. I’m grateful for the staff at Nelson- Bauer Funeral Home”
“Our father passed away this fall. The team at Nelson-Bauer was amazing in their support, patience and care for our family. They handled every little detail and were so thorough with information and answering all our questions. The visitation was handled beautifully as was the memorial service at the cemetery. We are so thankful for Seth and his team!”
“Losing our loved ones so unexpectedly was one of the hardest experiences our family has ever faced, but Seth and his team were truly remarkable throughout the entire process. From the moment they arrived, they offered comfort, compassion, and guidance when we needed it most. Every detail was handled with care and professionalism, and we always felt supported and understood. We are incredibly grateful for the kindness Seth and the entire staff showed our family during such a difficult time. Their dedication made an overwhelming situation a little easier to bear. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of a caring and trustworthy funeral home”
“The staff at the Nelson Bauer Funeral Home go above and beyond to help you during a time of deep grief. They are friendly and professional and provide assistance with even the smallest of details in order to allow you to focus on more important things. They are great at adapting to changes on the go. My husband and I felt genuinely cared for by this staff.”
“The loss of a loved one is never easy, whether you think you’re prepared for it or not. The staff at Nelson Bauer was amazing. They were there for absolutely everything we needed, we did not have to worry about anything. Everyone was so caring. It made saying goodbye to mom just a little easier.”
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.