Veteran services at Roeder Mortuary, Omaha
Roeder Mortuary, Omaha in Omaha, NE supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include ames ave chapel, 108th street chapel, and gretna chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,075 for basic burial and $1,885 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, graveside service, cremation, and veterans benefits assistance. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include ames ave chapel, 108th street chapel, and gretna chapel.
Published pricing at Roeder Mortuary, Omaha: direct cremation from $1,885. That places direct cremation roughly 37% below the Nebraska median ($2,995). 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 Omaha National Cemetery in NE, about 14 miles from Roeder Mortuary, Omaha. 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 323 funeral homes in Nebraska. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Roeder Mortuary, Omaha cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,885. 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 Roeder Mortuary, Omaha located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Roeder Mortuary, Omaha is located at 4932 Ames Ave. in Omaha, NE. You can reach the home at (402) 453-5600. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Roeder Mortuary, Omaha offer veteran families?
Roeder Mortuary, Omaha provides traditional funeral, memorial service, graveside service, cremation, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Roeder Mortuary, Omaha help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Roeder Mortuary, Omaha mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Roeder Mortuary, Omaha accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Lutheran, Catholic, Christian families, among others.
What sets Roeder Mortuary, Omaha apart
- Family-owned and operated for over a century, established in 1912, with three distinct chapel locations across the Omaha metro area.
- Offers prefunded funeral plans that guarantee against inflation and are fully transferable to any funeral home nationwide at no cost.
- Provides flexible payment options for preplanned funerals, including interest-free plans for up to two years.
- Specializes in assisting families with the FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program, offering detailed guidance and support.
- Includes a 'Death Away from Home Rider' with preplanned funerals, which helps cover expenses if a death occurs while away from home.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program
- · Preplanning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Lutheran, Catholic, Christian. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.