Veteran services at Schnider Funeral Home
Schnider Funeral Home in Great Falls, MT supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,790 for basic burial and $1,990 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, traditional burial services, memorial services, graveside services, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Schnider Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,990. That places direct cremation roughly 16% below the Montana median ($2,367). 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 Montana State Veterans Cemetery - Fort Harrison in MT, about 72 miles from Schnider 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 100 funeral homes in Montana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Schnider Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,990. 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 Schnider Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Schnider Funeral Home is located at 1510 13Th Street South in Great Falls, MT. You can reach the home at (406) 727-1368. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Schnider Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Schnider Funeral Home provides immediate need assistance, funeral planning, cremation services, traditional burial services, memorial services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Schnider Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Schnider Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Schnider Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Catholic, Lutheran families, among others.
What sets Schnider Funeral Home apart
- Established as a smaller, personalized alternative to corporate funeral homes, prioritizing family wishes.
- Facility features cathedral ceilings, an indoor water fountain, and webcasting capabilities in the chapel.
- Staff biographies highlight extensive experience, community involvement, and specific certifications (e.g., Certified Funeral Service Practitioner, licensed embalmer/cremationist).
- Dedicated and detailed Veteran Services assistance, including help with VA benefits and military honors.
- Offers comprehensive catering services for receptions held at the funeral home.
- Provides specific grief resources tailored to different child age groups (2-7, 7-12, teens).
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial Services
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Rotary Club
- · Knights of Columbus
- · Great Falls Lions Club
- · Sunrise Lions Club
- · Freemason
- · Great Falls Scottish Rite
- · Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Specialties
- · Embalming
- · Cremation
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Catholic, Lutheran. 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.