Veteran services at Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home
Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home serves veteran families in Parkersburg, IA with military funeral planning. The home assists with VA paperwork, honor-guard requests, and scheduling at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,960 for basic burial and $3,200 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation and burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,200. That places direct cremation roughly 10% above the Iowa median ($2,905). 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 Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Preston in MN, about 68 miles from Redman-Schwartz 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 577 funeral homes in Iowa. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,200. 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 Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home is located at 507 Second St. in Parkersburg, IA. You can reach the home at (319) 346-1534. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home provides cremation, burial, mausoleum entombment, funeral service, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Lutheran, Congregational, Christian Reformed, United Methodist, Non-denominational Christian families, among others.
What sets Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home apart
- Multi-generational family ownership and operation by Allen and Rachael Redman, continuing a legacy from Rachael's father.
- Long-standing history in the community, with the Parkersburg location established in 1941.
- Operates three funeral home locations in Parkersburg, Aplington, and Clarksville, Iowa.
- Offers comprehensive pre-planning services, including an online planner, to help families make arrangements in advance.
- Provides extensive grief resources and an online Grief Library, featuring content from Dr. Alan Wolfelt, a noted grief expert.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Committal
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Iowa Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veteran services
- · Cremation
- · Burial
- · Direct cremation
- · Pre-planning services
- · Green burial
- · Ground burial
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Lutheran, Congregational, Christian Reformed, United Methodist, Non-denominational Christian. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.