Veteran services at Ritchay Funeral Home
Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. The home assists with VA paperwork, honor-guard requests, and scheduling at veterans cemeteries. Published pricing lists $4,295 for basic burial and $2,095 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include space for funeral/memorial services.
Published pricing at Ritchay Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,095. That places direct cremation roughly 27% below the Wisconsin median ($2,885). 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 Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in WI, about 33 miles from Ritchay 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 539 funeral homes in Wisconsin. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Ritchay Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,095. 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 Ritchay Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Ritchay Funeral Home is located at 1950 12Th Street South in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. You can reach the home at (715) 423-1414. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Ritchay Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Ritchay Funeral Home provides personalized services, veteran services, grief support, preplanning services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Ritchay Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Ritchay 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 Ritchay Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Ritchay Funeral Home apart
- Long-standing family ownership and operation since 1957, with a third-generation funeral director (Joseph A. Ritchay).
- Two convenient locations: Wisconsin Rapids and Nekoosa.
- Specialized services for honoring veterans.
- Licensed preplanning specialist on staff, also a licensed life insurance agent for pre-need services.
- Deep community involvement by staff, including local church and youth sports affiliations.
- Personalized service options to create unique tributes tailored to individual preferences, religions, or budgets.
Military and veteran services listed
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · NFDA
- · WFDA
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
- · Preplanning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
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.