Veteran services at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc.
For veterans in Jefferson, IA, Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. coordinates military honors and burial benefits. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. On-site amenities include reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,865 for basic burial and $3,450 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc.: direct cremation from $3,450. That places direct cremation roughly 19% 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 Iowa Veterans Cemetery in IA, about 39 miles from Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc.. 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 Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,450. 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 Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. is located at 119 West Lincolnway in Jefferson, IA. You can reach the home at (515) 386-2171. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. offer veteran families?
Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. provides funeral services, burial services, cremation services, honoring veterans, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (various denominations), Methodist, Lutheran, Disciples of Christ families, among others.
What sets Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc. apart
- Historic Spanish architecture building (built 1920) with unique interior design, including an Old Mexico mural, mosaic fountain, and imported fishpond.
- Extensive hand-wrought ornamental ironwork by renowned artisan Louie Berar Delli, crafted between 1936 and 1974.
- Rich local history, including involvement in the burial of WWI hero Merle Hay and early adoption of automobile hearses in Greene County.
- Online preplanning services with a comprehensive checklist and transferability of arrangements to any U.S. funeral home.
- Owner Aaron Schroeder's military veteran status and active affiliations with veteran organizations (American Legion, V.F.W.), underscoring a focus on veteran services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Rotary International
- · American Legion
- · V.F.W.
- · Abundant Life Ministries
- · Greene County Chamber of Commerce
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (various denominations), Methodist, Lutheran, Disciples of Christ. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Homes, Inc.'s description of its services mentions these branches:
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.