Veteran services at Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center
Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center in Indianapolis, IN supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include reception rooms and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,485 for basic burial and $1,921 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. It has a 4.8 rating from 25 reviews on Google.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include televisions for memorial videos.
Published pricing at Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center: direct cremation from $1,921. That places direct cremation roughly 16% below the Indiana median ($2,300). 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 Crown Hill National Cemetery Annex in IN, about 12 miles from Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center has a 4.8-star rating from 25 Google reviews.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,921. 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 Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center is located at 1202 South Lynhurst Drive in Indianapolis, IN. You can reach the home at (317) 885-7585. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center offer veteran families?
Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center provides funerals, cremation, burial, personalization, receptions, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
How do families rate Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center?
Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center holds a 4.8-star rating across 25 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center apart
- Six generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1897.
- On-site Greater South Side Crematory, established in 1993, ensures the deceased remains in their direct care.
- Active community involvement through campaigns for child safety and preventing drunk driving/drug use, recognized by local and national organizations.
- Specialized services for veterans, including assistance with benefits and military honors.
- Offers pet services for cremation and memorialization.
- Affiliated with Preferred Funeral Directors International, Selected Independent Funeral Homes, and Indiana Funeral Directors Association, with Paul St. Pierre serving on the board of Selected Independent Funeral Homes.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Preferred Funeral Directors International
- · Selected Independent Funeral Homes
- · Indiana Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Pet Services
- · Grief Recovery
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“We had preplanned both my parents’ funerals several years ago with Singleton & St. Pierre a few years ago at the referral of our Elder Care attorney. With the passing of my mother last week, we sadly had to utilize their services. With retrieving of her body from our hospital in the middle of the night, (I believe Jonathan), they showed attention to detail and caring spirit. The next day, meeting with Raenada to update the prearranged plans, she was such a comfort. She did an excellent job helping us make decisions that had to be made then, and sleeping on decisions that could be made in a day or two. She and the staff really CARED, and it showed. I give them my Highest Recommendation. Thank you, team.”
“The staff at Singleton & St Pierre was compassionate, competent and helpful. We are especially thankful for Brad Klue, who guided us through the arrangements, provided cost and product options, coordinated transportation, burial with the cemetery and processing of the death certificate, officiated the service and served our family every step of the way. The facility was clean, in a convenient south-side location and very accommodating to family and guests.”
“I really appreciated the sincere and compassionate assistance at the time of my wife's passing. I felt fortunate in that the arrangements had been prepaid, but Singleton Herr followed through as they said they would and then some. Their honesty in the way the insurance was handled was appreciated in that we were not able to hold a traditional service, and there was a refund applied. Good people to do business with in a trying time.”
“22 years ago Singleton Funeral Home served my family with the celebration of life for my mother. And this just past week, we celebrated the long and impactful life of my father, Dave Bertram. Lori Sheeler (GM) and her staff blessed us with calmness and control over the entire process of putting together what came to be a near perfect celebration and tribute. I could not have managed this outcome without Lori's influence. THANK YOU, Lori (and staff) !”
“Angie was extremely helpful and kind. They don’t try to oversell and just pile things on. They’re very mindful of what you’re going through.”
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.