Veteran services at Shirley Brothers Mortuaries
For veterans in Indianapolis, IN, Shirley Brothers Mortuaries coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,125 for basic burial and $2,580 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burials, cremation, and veteran's services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Crown Hill National Cemetery Annex in IN, about 11 miles from Shirley Brothers Mortuaries. 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 779 funeral homes in Indiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Shirley Brothers Mortuaries publish funeral prices?
Shirley Brothers Mortuaries has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (317) 897-9606 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Shirley Brothers Mortuaries located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Shirley Brothers Mortuaries is located at 9606 East Washington Street in Indianapolis, IN. You can reach the home at (317) 897-9606. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Shirley Brothers Mortuaries offer veteran families?
Shirley Brothers Mortuaries provides funerals, burials, cremation, veteran's services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Shirley Brothers Mortuaries help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Shirley Brothers Mortuaries mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Shirley Brothers Mortuaries accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Shirley Brothers Mortuaries apart
- Over 125 years of continuous family ownership and operation, established in 1898.
- Five distinct chapel locations across Indianapolis and Fishers, providing broad geographic reach.
- Emphasis on 'designing healing experiences' rather than solely handling remains, focusing on emotional support.
- Extensive grief support resources, including online interactive videos with an Executive Counseling Director and daily email affirmations.
- Historical presence of a 'grief dog,' Barkley, who offered comfort to families for many years.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Pre-Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
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.