Veteran services at Rasmussen Funeral Home
Rasmussen Funeral Home serves veteran families in Burley, ID with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,000 for basic burial and $2,095 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, graveside service, direct burial, cremation, memorial service, and direct cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Rasmussen Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,295. That places direct cremation roughly 34% above the Idaho median ($1,717). 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 Snake River Canyon National Cemetery in ID, about 49 miles from Rasmussen 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 111 funeral homes in Idaho. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Rasmussen Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,295. 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 Rasmussen Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Rasmussen Funeral Home is located at 1350 East 16th St. in Burley, ID. You can reach the home at (208) 678-2100. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Rasmussen Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Rasmussen Funeral Home provides burial, traditional funeral service, graveside service, direct burial, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Rasmussen Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Rasmussen Funeral Home mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Rasmussen Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Catholic, Protestant, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Rasmussen Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated since 2000, with a partnership established in 2018.
- Offers specialized staff roles including a Pre-need and Aftercare Specialist and a Mortuary Resident Trainee.
- Provides downloadable forms online, including specific program forms for LDS and Protestant services.
- Facilitates military rites and veteran burials.
- Offers services in both English and Spanish.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Direct Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Cremated Remains Disposition
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Catholic, Protestant, Baptist. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.