Veteran services at Rader-McDonald Funeral Home
Rader-McDonald Funeral Home, located in West Jefferson, OH, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include funeral chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,495 for basic burial and $1,295 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.7 stars across 13 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include funeral chapel.
Published pricing at Rader-McDonald Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,295. That places direct cremation roughly 37% below the Ohio median ($2,050). 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 Dayton National Cemetery in OH, about 52 miles from Rader-McDonald 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.
Rader-McDonald Funeral Home has a 4.7-star rating from 13 Google reviews.
We list about 1,266 funeral homes in Ohio. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Rader-McDonald Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,295. 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 Rader-McDonald Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Rader-McDonald Funeral Home is located at 1355 West Main St. in West Jefferson, OH. You can reach the home at (614) 879-9222. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Rader-McDonald Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Rader-McDonald Funeral Home provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Rader-McDonald Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Rader-McDonald Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Rader-McDonald Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Church of Christ, Methodist, Catholic families, among others.
How do families rate Rader-McDonald Funeral Home?
Rader-McDonald Funeral Home holds a 4.7-star rating across 13 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Rader-McDonald Funeral Home apart
- Operated by the Tidd family across four locations, demonstrating a multi-generational commitment to funeral service.
- Offers a year of free daily grief support emails, providing ongoing comfort to families.
- Provides personalized online memorials and tribute videos to celebrate individual lives.
- Features Certified Preplanning Specialists on staff to assist with advanced funeral planning.
- Actively involved in numerous community organizations and local churches, reflecting deep community ties.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Central Ohio Funeral Directors & Embalmers Association
- · Ohio Funeral Directors Association
- · Hilliard Chamber of Commerce
- · American Legion Son of a Legion
- · Hilliard Alumni Association
- · Hilliard Church of Christ
- · Hilliard United Methodist Church
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Preplanning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Church of Christ, Methodist, Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
Rader-McDonald Funeral Home's description of its services mentions these branches:
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Rader-McDonald Funeral Home, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“The Christmas Rememberance program to honor my loved one was very heart touching. Thank you for going above and beyond your jobs like you did. I found the staff to be very friendly and caring. I am so glad I choose your funeral home for our families needs. The staff made my loss seem less stressful with their loving care. The large sitting area and kitchen was nice for our large family, and very clean. I would highly recommend this funeral home and the staff to anyone! ❤️ If your looking for a funeral home that will pay attention to every detail, and care for your family like their own, then this funeral home is who you need to trust your family members with.”
“I am not sure where to begin. The staff at the funeral home was amazing and truly remarkable. We lost my dad unexpectedly on June 4th. The process started with contacting them to talk about transporting and then we knew dad wanted to be home in WJ for his services. They entire process was amazing. My entire family feels like we have gained an entire family from Rader-McDonald-Tidd. They explained the entire process in full details and broke it all down in terms we can understand. They were there the day of the service/funeral for all of us and provided us with the love we so needed. They listened to what we wanted and at no time questioned what we wanted. I will never be able to Thank Paula Hay for her amazing generous heart. She has checked on us even after the services and she just made sure everything was what we wanted and gave her whole heart to our family. We will never be able to thank the entire staff for what they have done for our family. We will always hold them close to our hearts. The worst nightmare we ever faced and they gave us the love and support we need to make it through the unimagineable.”
“My mother, father, and my late husband was in the care of Rader McDonald Tidd FH. They took extra efforts to insure they had everything just the way we wanted for their funeral. I wanted their funeral to be built on how they lived their lives, full of love. The funeral home is very clean, and has a warm atmosphere. It is hard loosing a loved one, but the funeral director showed compassion and wanted to make sure he did everything in our loved ones honor. This made the loss a lot easier, and knowing our loved one’s were in good hands.”
“Rader, McDonald, Tidd provided exceptional care for my mother and family. Each and every person we encountered made all of us feel as though we were at home during the entire process. They were patient with changes and were careful to honor our every request. We were given warm hugs during the most difficult times and they anticipated our every need. We were provided with gentle suggestions to guide us and never felt as though they were selling anything. The Funeral Directors provided gentle, yet honest answers to our many questions. Rader, McDonald, Tidd provided professional service and yet, left my family with a sense that we had been taken care of by family members rather than Funeral Directors. They allowed us to tailor a service unique to my mother's desires. Finally, I was so personally very impressed that my family received such terrific service knowing that Rader, McDonald, Tidd was preparing for a very, very large service the day after my mother's service. No one would have ever known. Thank you to all at Rader, McDonald, Tidd for taking such great care of my mother and family during such a vulnerable and difficult time. It was perfect! If I were asked to summarize the care my family received from Rader, McDonald, Tidd, I would have to say the service we received was genuine, gentle, very intuitive, and yet quite professional. I highly recommend Rader, McDonald, Tidd to anyone. Sheila Stevers HER Realtors”
“Had to say good bye to my husband of 35 years...hardest day of my life. this staff was beyond amazing, such caring people, very respectful. I am so grateful for them.”
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.