Veteran services at Schwab Mortuary in Afton
Schwab Mortuary in Afton in Afton, WY supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include funeral chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,870 for basic burial and $2,770 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veterans services, burial, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include funeral chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Idaho State Veterans Cemetery at Blackfoot in ID, about 78 miles from Schwab Mortuary in Afton. 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 52 funeral homes in Wyoming. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Schwab Mortuary in Afton publish funeral prices?
Schwab Mortuary in Afton has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (307) 885-3316 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Schwab Mortuary in Afton located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Schwab Mortuary in Afton is located at 44 East 4th Ave. in Afton, WY. You can reach the home at (307) 885-3316. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Schwab Mortuary in Afton offer veteran families?
Schwab Mortuary in Afton provides pre-arrangements, veterans services, grief support, grief counseling, funeral service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Schwab Mortuary in Afton help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Schwab Mortuary in Afton mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Schwab Mortuary in Afton accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Southern Baptist, Catholic, Nondenominational Christian families, among others.
What sets Schwab Mortuary in Afton apart
- Multi-generational family ownership since 1925, currently managed by the founder's great-great grandson.
- Extensive online grief support resources, including articles on various aspects of grief, daily email support messages for a year, and a directory of local counselors.
- Dedicated services for veterans, assisting with headstones and burial flags.
- Detailed practical guidance for families, such as a checklist upon death, funeral etiquette, and information on benefits.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Grief Support
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Southern Baptist, Catholic, Nondenominational 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.