Veteran services at Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services
Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services serves veteran families in Michigan City, IN with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,225 for basic burial and $1,470 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, burial, memorialization for cremation, and scattering cremated remains. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services: direct cremation from $1,470. That places direct cremation roughly 36% below the Indiana median ($2,300). 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 Fort Sheridan National Cemetery in IL, about 58 miles from Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services. 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 779 funeral homes in Indiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,470. 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 Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services is located at 418 Washington St. in Michigan City, IN. You can reach the home at (219) 872-7291. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services provides traditional services, cremation services, pre-arrangements, grief support, burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, All faiths families, among others.
What sets Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel And Cremation Services apart
- Oldest mortician in Michigan City, established in 1876.
- One of the only continuously locally and family-owned funeral facilities in Michigan City.
- Historically involved in significant community events, including the Porter train wreck and the 1917-1918 influenza epidemic.
- Facility includes three chapels, a larger lobby, and is fully handicap accessible.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Scattering Cremated Remains
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Indiana Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Serving All Faiths
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, All faiths.
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.