Shannon Funeral Service

Veteran services at Shannon Funeral Service

Shannon Funeral Service, located in Shelbyville, KY, assists those who served and their families. In their own words: "Shannon Funeral Service assists veterans with various benefits, including obtaining a U.S. flag for the next of kin, a military grave marker (white marble, gray granite, or bronze), and potential monetary benefits if the veteran was receiving monthly benefits for service-related injuries. Upon request, a two-man detail from the veteran's branch of service may be available for flag folding and playing 'Taps'. Burial in a National Cemetery is offered at no charge, though a spouse would incur an opening and closing fee to be buried alongside the veteran. For deaths occurring in a VA Hospital, the government may reimburse removal and hearse charges. Military personnel who die in the line of duty receive all listed benefits, plus additional monetary benefits as determined by the government." On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,370 for basic burial and $2,215 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

Veteran-related services offered include direct cremation and immediate burial. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.

On-site facilities of note include on-site chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.

Published pricing at Shannon Funeral Service: direct cremation from $2,215. That places direct cremation roughly 11% above the Kentucky median ($1,995). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.

The nearest VA national cemetery is New Albany National Cemetery in IN, approximately 32 miles from Shannon Funeral Service. Shannon Funeral Service can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

Kentucky has approximately 552 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Shannon Funeral Service is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Shannon Funeral Service cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,215. 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 Shannon Funeral Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Shannon Funeral Service is located at 1124 Main Street in Shelbyville, KY. You can reach the home at (502) 633-1266. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Shannon Funeral Service offer veteran families?

Shannon Funeral Service provides traditional funeral, embalming, direct cremation, immediate burial, personalization of funerals, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Shannon Funeral Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?

Shannon Funeral Service assists veterans with various benefits, including obtaining a U.S. flag for the next of kin, a military grave marker (white marble, gray granite, or bronze), and potential monetary benefits if the veteran was receiving monthly benefits for service-related injuries. Upon request, a two-man detail from the veteran's branch of service may be available for flag folding and playing 'Taps'. Burial in a National Cemetery is offered at no charge, though a spouse would incur an opening and closing fee to be buried alongside the veteran. For deaths occurring in a VA Hospital, the government may reimburse removal and hearse charges. Military personnel who die in the line of duty receive all listed benefits, plus additional monetary benefits as determined by the government.

Which faith traditions does Shannon Funeral Service accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Christian (Disciples of Christ, Non-denominational), Methodist families, among others.

What sets Shannon Funeral Service apart

Five generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1865.
Historically significant role in Kentucky's embalming regulations, with Robert Lee Shannon, Sr. helping establish the Kentucky State Board of Embalming in 1904.
On-site 200-seat chapel built in 1998, equipped with a monitor system to broadcast services to other rooms for larger attendance and video recording capabilities.
Staff members average over 20 years of service, demonstrating deep community roots and extensive experience.
Offers an ambulance service, a unique offering not universally provided by funeral homes.
Provides comprehensive pre-need planning and assistance with VA survivorship benefits and life insurance claims.

Burial & cremation services

Burial

· Immediate Burial

Cremation

· Direct Cremation

On-site facilities

· Visitation Rooms

· Sitting Rooms

· Lounge

· Children's Room

· On-site Chapel

· Front Porch

Affiliations & specializations

Industry affiliations

· Kentucky State Board of Embalming
· Funeral Directors Association of Kentucky
· Selected Independent Funeral Homes
· Kentucky School of Mortuary Science
· Solomon's Lodge F&AM
· Shelbyville Rotary Club
· Triple S Planning and Zoning Board

Specializations

· Veteran Benefits Assistance
· Life Insurance Claims
· Funeral Pre-Need Advising
· Grief Support For Children And Teenagers

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Baptist, Christian (Disciples of Christ, Non-denominational), Methodist.

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How honors are coordinated

Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.

For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.