Veteran services at Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services
For veterans in Haute, IN, Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,185 for basic burial and $1,295 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: direct cremation, cremation packages, cremation with memorial service, cremation with graveside service, cremation with funeral service with body present, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapels.
Published pricing at Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services: direct cremation from $1,295. That places direct cremation roughly 44% below the Indiana median ($2,300). 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 Danville National Cemetery in IL, about 46 miles from Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services. 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 779 funeral homes in Indiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,295. 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 Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services is located at 2425 Wabash Avenue Terre in Haute, IN. You can reach the home at (812) 232-4351. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services provides direct cremation, cremation packages, cremation with memorial service, cremation with graveside service, cremation with funeral service with body present, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Methodist, Non-denominational Christian families, among others.
What sets Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services apart
- On-site crematory and refrigeration facilities, ensuring continuous care for loved ones.
- Affordable direct cremation options starting at $1,295, significantly below the Indiana state average.
- Assistance with Indiana Medicaid and Township Trustee programs for qualified individuals.
- Comprehensive veteran services, including assistance with headstones and burial flags.
- A year of complimentary daily grief support messages provided via email after services.
- A team of experienced funeral directors and staff, some with over 50 years of service.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Cremation Packages
- · Cremation With Graveside Service
- · Cremation With Funeral Service With Body Present
- · Urn Store
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Independent Funeral Directors of Indiana
- · VFW #972
- · Prairie Creek American Legion Post #404
- · Terre Haute Senior Activity Center
- · Riley Township Lions Club
- · Sigma Pi Fraternity
- · Experimental Aircraft Association
- · National Rifle Association
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Affordable Cremation Options
- · Medicaid Assistance
- · Township Trustee Assistance
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Methodist, Non-denominational Christian. 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.