Veteran services at Oltmann Funeral Home
Oltmann Funeral Home serves veteran families in Washington, MO with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $3,900 for basic burial and $1,810 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Oltmann Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,810. That places direct cremation roughly 3% above the Missouri median ($1,750). 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 Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 39 miles from Oltmann 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 607 funeral homes in Missouri. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Oltmann Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,810. 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 Oltmann Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Oltmann Funeral Home is located at 508 East 14Th Street in Washington, MO. You can reach the home at (636) 239-9600. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Oltmann Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Oltmann Funeral Home provides funeral service, visitation, reception, burial, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Oltmann Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Oltmann Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Oltmann Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, United Church of Christ, Lutheran, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Oltmann Funeral Home apart
- Multi-generational family ownership, with Keith Oltmann representing the fourth generation and Jessica Oltmann the fifth generation in funeral service.
- Comprehensive preplanning services, including a detailed checklist and online form to facilitate advance arrangements.
- Specialized veteran services, assisting with military funeral honors and navigating VA benefits.
- Staff with diverse professional backgrounds, such as Jeff Kessels' experience in social work and theology, and Abigail Wippel's background in mortuary archaeology and advanced embalming techniques.
- Active community involvement and affiliations with local organizations like the Union Fire Department, United Bank of Union, East Central College Foundation Board, Union R-XI Foundation, and Loving Hearts Outreach.
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Missouri Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
- · Preplanning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, United Church of Christ, Lutheran, Baptist.
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.