Veteran services at Stockham Family Funeral Home
Veteran families in McPherson, KS can turn to Stockham Family Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. Published pricing lists $5,490 for basic burial and $2,100 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Stockham Family Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,745. That places direct cremation roughly 4% above the Kansas median ($2,647). 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 Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Riley / Manhattan in KS, about 75 miles from Stockham Family Funeral Home. 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 428 funeral homes in Kansas. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Stockham Family Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,745. 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 Stockham Family Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Stockham Family Funeral Home is located at 205 North Chestnut Street in McPherson, KS. You can reach the home at (620) 241-2442. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Stockham Family Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Stockham Family Funeral Home provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Stockham Family Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Stockham Family Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Stockham Family Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Evangelical Church, United Methodist Church, Covenant Church, Church of the Brethren, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Stockham Family Funeral Home apart
- Finnlie, a registered miniature Goldendoodle therapy dog, provides comfort to families.
- Monthly Zoom grief support group, "Hope After Heartache," facilitated by a bereavement expert.
- One year of free daily grief support emails for families served.
- Comprehensive online memorial and tribute video creation services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
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Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Therapy Dog
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Evangelical Church, United Methodist Church, Covenant Church, Church of the Brethren, Catholic, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
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.