Veteran services at Reiff Family Center - Independence
Veteran families in Independence, IA can turn to Reiff Family Center - Independence for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,213 for basic burial and $2,725 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, graveside services, memorial service, cremation, direct cremation, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Reiff Family Center - Independence: direct cremation from $2,725. That places direct cremation roughly 6% below 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 84 miles from Reiff Family Center - Independence. 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 Reiff Family Center - Independence cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,725. 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 Reiff Family Center - Independence located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Reiff Family Center - Independence is located at 216 3rd Ave. SE. in Independence, IA. You can reach the home at (319) 334-2501. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Reiff Family Center - Independence offer veteran families?
Reiff Family Center - Independence provides ash scattering, burial, graveside services, traditional funeral, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Reiff Family Center - Independence help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Reiff Family Center - Independence mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Reiff Family Center - Independence accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Christian (Lutheran, Presbyterian, Methodist, Foursquare) families, among others.
What sets Reiff Family Center - Independence apart
- Operates Buchanan County's only crematory.
- Offers alkaline hydrolysis (resomation) as an alternative cremation option.
- The Independence facility is fully handicap accessible.
- Provides dedicated veteran services, including assistance with military burial benefits and honors.
- Features a versatile community room for receptions and family functions, with a separate entrance.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Services
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Ash Scattering
- · Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Alkaline Hydrolysis
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Ash Scattering
- · Cremation Options
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Christian (Lutheran, Presbyterian, Methodist, Foursquare).
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.