Veteran services at Schetter Funeral Home
Schetter Funeral Home serves veteran families in Cherry Hill, NJ with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $5,300 for basic burial and $2,675 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Published pricing at Schetter Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,675. That places direct cremation roughly 7% above the New Jersey median ($2,495). 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 Washington Crossing National Cemetery in PA, about 25 miles from Schetter 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 647 funeral homes in New Jersey. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Schetter Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,675. 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 Schetter Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Schetter Funeral Home is located at 304 Marlton Pike West in Cherry Hill, NJ. You can reach the home at (856) 429-8545. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Schetter Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Schetter Funeral Home provides customized services, life celebration, grief support, honoring veterans, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Schetter Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Schetter Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Schetter Funeral Home apart
- Customized funeral services reflecting individual values, preferences, and budget.
- Specialized services for honoring veterans, acknowledging their sacrifices and patriotism.
- Over 70 years of continuous operation in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.
- Staff provides detailed information and guidance to families navigating loss and grief.
- Focus on comprehensive life celebrations in addition to traditional funeral services.
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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.