Veteran services at Robert L Crooks Funeral Center
Robert L Crooks Funeral Center, located in West Alexandria, OH, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation. On-site amenities include reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,993 for basic burial and $2,993 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veteran services, traditional burial, conservational green burial, pet cremations / burials, and memorial for the unborn. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Robert L Crooks Funeral Center: direct cremation from $1,995. That places direct cremation roughly 3% below the Ohio median ($2,050). 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 Dayton National Cemetery in OH, about 17 miles from Robert L Crooks Funeral Center. 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 1,266 funeral homes in Ohio. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Robert L Crooks Funeral Center cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,995. 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 Robert L Crooks Funeral Center located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Robert L Crooks Funeral Center is located at 3377 US Route 35 E in West Alexandria, OH. You can reach the home at (937) 839-4476. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Robert L Crooks Funeral Center offer veteran families?
Robert L Crooks Funeral Center provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Robert L Crooks Funeral Center help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Robert L Crooks Funeral Center mentions flag presentation. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Robert L Crooks Funeral Center accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian denominations (e.g., Lutheran, Baptist, Pentecostal) families, among others.
What sets Robert L Crooks Funeral Center apart
- Offers conservational green burial options, providing an environmentally conscious choice.
- Provides pet cremations and burials with designated sections and memorial options.
- Features a dedicated "Memorial for The Unborn" for compassionate remembrance.
- Family-owned and operated, with owners Derek and Eshelle Bales actively involved in daily operations and community leadership roles.
- Integrates funeral home and cemetery services, including a mausoleum and reception hall, on a single property.
- Offers extensive grief support, including a year of weekly emails and resources tailored for children.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
- · Conservational Green Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Pet Cremations / Burials
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Ohio Funeral Directors Association
- · Preble County Mental Health and Recovery Board
- · Camden Family Lions Club
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Ohio Cemetery Association
- · Little Shoppe of Sharing
- · The Common Good of Preble County
- · Leadership Preble County
Specialties
- · Conservational Green Burial
- · Pet Cremations / Burials
- · Memorial for The Unborn
- · Veteran Services
- · Personalized Online Memorials
- · Video Tributes
- · Grief Support Programs
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian denominations (e.g., Lutheran, Baptist, Pentecostal). Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.