Veteran services at Schultz Funeral Home
Schultz Funeral Home, located in Grand Mound, IA, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,395 for basic burial and $3,770 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: traditional burial, cremation, memorial service, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Schultz Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,520. That places direct cremation roughly 21% above the Iowa median ($2,905). 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 Rock Island National Cemetery in IL, about 21 miles from Schultz 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 577 funeral homes in Iowa. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Schultz Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,520. 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 Schultz Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Schultz Funeral Home is located at 611 Fulton Street in Grand Mound, IA. You can reach the home at (563) 847-3271. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Schultz Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Schultz Funeral Home provides grief support, pre-planning, traditional burial, cremation, embalming, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Schultz Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Schultz Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Schultz Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran families, among others.
What sets Schultz Funeral Home apart
- Long-standing history in the community, with roots tracing back to the Kelly, Hanrahan, and McGinnis families.
- Husband-and-wife ownership by Jeannette and JJ Erickson, who also trained under the previous owners, Doug and Pat Schultz.
- Dedicated staff roles including a Preneed Counselor and Certified Crematory Operators.
- Staff member Dakota Walker is a U.S. Navy veteran and a current mortuary science student, bringing a unique perspective to service.
- Availability of services and assistance at any hour.
- Comprehensive online resources, including pre-arrangement forms and an obituary email alert system.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran.
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.