Veteran services at Resthaven Cemetery
Veteran families in West Des Moines, IA can turn to Resthaven Cemetery for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include flexible chapel space, large-capacity chapel (up to 250), and reception room, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, veterans planning, cemetery flower arrangement delivery, and military funeral honors. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include veterans cemetery section, flexible chapel space, large-capacity chapel (up to 250), scattering garden, and cremation niches.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Iowa Veterans Cemetery in IA, about 11 miles from Resthaven Cemetery. 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
Does Resthaven Cemetery publish funeral prices?
Resthaven Cemetery has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (250) 765-3147 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Resthaven Cemetery located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Resthaven Cemetery is located at 801 19Th Street in West Des Moines, IA. You can reach the home at (250) 765-3147. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Resthaven Cemetery offer veteran families?
Resthaven Cemetery provides funeral, cremation, pre-planning, grief support, celebration of life, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Resthaven Cemetery help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Resthaven Cemetery mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Resthaven Cemetery accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (including Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and various denominations), Jewish, Multi-faith, Non-sectarian, Secular Life Celebrations families, among others.
What sets Resthaven Cemetery apart
- First multi-faith, non-sectarian cemetery in Frederick and Montgomery counties (established 1961).
- First in the area to offer onsite cremation (1986) and a dedicated pet crematory.
- Central Maryland's most elaborate Indoor Chapel Mausoleum (built 2000) featuring marble from Carrara, Italy, and local artistry.
- Offers permanently lit glass-front niches within the Indoor Chapel Mausoleum.
- Dog-friendly facility and grounds.
- Features a Garden of Faithful Friends, allowing for the interment of pets and human family members together.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Ritual Washing
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Proudly Serving All Religions
- · Multi-faith, Non-sectarian Cemetery
- · Secular Life Celebrations
- · Military Honors
- · Veterans & First Responder Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (including Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and various denominations), Jewish, Multi-faith, Non-sectarian, Secular Life Celebrations. Languages spoken at the home: English, German.
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.