Veteran services at Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc.
Veteran families in New Castle, IN can turn to Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,795 for basic burial and $2,495 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. It has a 5.0 rating from 38 reviews on Google.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veterans services, traditional burial, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $1,785. That places direct cremation roughly 22% 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 42 miles from Sproles Family Funeral Home, 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.
Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. has a 5.0-star rating from 38 Google reviews.
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
What does a funeral at Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,785. 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 Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 2400 South Memorial Dr. in New Castle, IN. You can reach the home at (765) 521-2400. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. provides funerals, cremation services, veterans services, pre-planning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Pilgrim Holiness Church (Methodist), Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Church (Methodist), Springport Christian Church (Independent Christian Church/Church of Christ), Union Chapel Ministries (United Methodist Church), Knightstown United Methodist Church (United Methodist Church) families, among others.
How do families rate Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc.?
Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. holds a 5.0-star rating across 38 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Family-built facility, enabling reasonable and competitive funeral costs.
- Tom Sproles holds the Certified Funeral Service Practitioner (CFSP) designation, indicating advanced professional certification.
- Tom Sproles served on the State Board of Funeral and Cemetery Service, appointed by then-governor Mike Pence.
- Comprehensive grief support and aftercare programs, including grief support groups led by a Registered Nurse (Mary Beth Sproles) and an Aftercare Coordinator (Sue Blackburn).
- Kingston Theodore "Teddy" Sproles, a grief support puppy, is in training to provide comfort.
- Offers online grief resources, interactive videos with an Executive Counseling Director, and daily email affirmations.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Pilgrim Holiness Church
- · Sproles Corp. Commercial Building Contractors
- · Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Church
- · Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science
- · Indiana Wesleyan University
- · Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice
- · State Board of Funeral and Cemetery Service
- · New Castle-Henry County Public Library Board
Specialties
- · Advance Planning
- · Grief Support
- · Veteran's Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Pilgrim Holiness Church (Methodist), Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Church (Methodist), Springport Christian Church (Independent Christian Church/Church of Christ), Union Chapel Ministries (United Methodist Church), Knightstown United Methodist Church (United Methodist Church), Madison Park Church of God (Church of God (Anderson, IN)), St. Anne Catholic Church (Catholic), Glad Tidings Church (Pentecostal).
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Sproles Family Funeral Home, Inc., shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“I can truly say that the Sproles Family Funeral home goes "above and beyond" to give compassionate care to the grieving families that they minister to. Their entire team is amazing! Our family would give 10 stars if it were possible. From the time Tom Sproles came to pick my precious dad up from the hospital where he had passed, to the time of entombment, we felt cared for so beautifully. Everything was efficiently and thoughtfully done. This means so much when you are grieving. Tom Sproles is a family friend, and it helped us as a family to know that we were placing our loved one in his awesome care. He is an excellent communicator, keeping in touch about every detail and giving excellent advice. We loved the thoughtful touches like the warm cookies and hot coffee served as we were discussing plans, the rose and sign left in my dad's church seat, the beautiful photo and lighted key chains with my dad's photo on them...just to name a few. Not a detail was missed and Tom was happy to accommodate all of our many requests to make my dad's celebration of life memorable. We will forever be grateful! We highly recommend the Sproles Family Funeral Services.”
“Sproles Family Funeral Home handled arrangements for my dad. From the moment my mom and I first met Tom, Sr. and Misty at our home, they were wonderful. David was the funeral director who worked with us, and he was excellent: knowledgeable, patient, responsive, and so kind. His expertise and guidance allowed us to focus on saying goodbye to my dad, rather than worrying about all that needed to happen. My dad's services at the funeral home, St. Anne's, and the cemetery were comforting and beautiful, and Sproles was a big part of how smoothly it all unfolded. Our family recommends Sproles without hesitation, and we are very grateful for their service to our family.”
“Sproles Family Funeral Home went above and beyond for our family. They did an absolutely amazing job on my mom — she looked beautiful and perfect in every way. The care and attention they put into everything truly showed. The facility itself was wonderful, comfortable, and welcoming. They made us feel at home from the moment we walked in and never rushed us. We were given all the time we needed, and that meant so much during such a difficult moment. We could not have asked for a better experience. I am so grateful for the compassion, professionalism, and kindness shown to our family. Highly recommend Sproles Family Funeral Home.”
“Tom Sproles Funeral Home is very professional, personal and takes care of loved ones as if they are their own. Attention to detail, takes your wishes to heart and does everything in their control to make it happen. We would not have gotten through this without their support and we highly recommend for times such as these.”
“My Mom passed away May 7, 2020 and because of the wonderful experience we had at Sproles when my mother-in-law passed, Sproles was handling my Mom’s funeral. This was during the pandemic with only 50 people allowed at a time. We have a large family so this was quite a task. They did a wonderful job. The funeral home is compassionate, caring, efficient, thoughtful, and wonderful!! We did not have one complaint!!! They are very great and I thank the Lord for them. They knew what we needed before we knew what we needed. Thank you, Sproles.”
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.