Oolman Funeral Homes

Veteran services at Oolman Funeral Homes

Oolman Funeral Homes, located in Orange City, IA, assists those who served and their families. In their own words: "Oolman Funeral Homes is dedicated to honoring those who have served the country, offering specialized services for veterans. This commitment is further highlighted by the Orange City Area Home Health & Hospice, a 'We Honor Veterans' Partner Level Four, indicating a comprehensive approach to veteran care in the community." On-site amenities include reception room, chapel, and parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,100 for basic burial and $3,284 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

On-site facilities of note include chapel. 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 Oolman Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $3,284. That places direct cremation roughly 13% above the Iowa median ($2,905). 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 South Dakota Veterans Cemetery in SD, approximately 54 miles from Oolman Funeral Homes. Oolman Funeral Homes can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

Iowa has approximately 577 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Oolman Funeral Homes is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Oolman Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,284. 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 Oolman Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Oolman Funeral Homes is located at 216 Albany Avenue Northeast in Orange City, IA. You can reach the home at (712) 737-2213. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Oolman Funeral Homes offer veteran families?

Oolman Funeral Homes provides personalized services, ceremonies, honoring veterans, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Oolman Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?

Oolman Funeral Homes is dedicated to honoring those who have served the country, offering specialized services for veterans. This commitment is further highlighted by the Orange City Area Home Health & Hospice, a 'We Honor Veterans' Partner Level Four, indicating a comprehensive approach to veteran care in the community.

Which faith traditions does Oolman Funeral Homes accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Reformed (American Reformed, First Reformed, Trinity Reformed, Middleburg Free Grace Reformed, Newkirk Reformed), Alliance (Dover Avenue Alliance Church), Presbyterian (Alton Presbyterian Church), Lutheran (St. Paul Lutheran Church, Faith Lutheran Church) families, among others.

What sets Oolman Funeral Homes apart

The Orange City funeral home features a distinctive Dutch architectural theme, reflecting the local community's heritage.
All three locations are designed with a home-like and comfortable interior decor, aiming for a welcoming atmosphere.
Strong advocacy for local florists, actively discouraging the use of third-party online flower vendors to support small businesses and ensure direct service.
Explicit specialization in honoring veterans, with comprehensive services tailored to their needs.
A multi-generational family business with deep roots in the Orange City, Hull, and Hospers communities.

Military & veteran services offered

★Honoring Veterans

On-site facilities

· Large Foyer

· Reception Room

· Business Office

· Arrangement Room

· Family Room

· Chapel

· Visitation Areas

· Overflow Seating

· Children's Lounge

· Restrooms

· Merchandise Selection Room

· Preparation Facilities

· Elevator

· Handicapped Accessible

· Parking Lot

Affiliations & specializations

Specializations

· Honoring Veterans

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Reformed (American Reformed, First Reformed, Trinity Reformed, Middleburg Free Grace Reformed, Newkirk Reformed), Alliance (Dover Avenue Alliance Church), Presbyterian (Alton Presbyterian Church), Lutheran (St. Paul Lutheran Church, Faith Lutheran Church).

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.

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How 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.