Veteran services at Swaim Funeral Chapel
Veteran families in Cimarron, KS can turn to Swaim Funeral Chapel for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel area (seating for about 75 people with additional room), suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,100 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: complete cremation services and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel area (seating for about 75 people with additional room).
Published pricing at Swaim Funeral Chapel: direct cremation from $2,100. That places direct cremation roughly 21% below 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 Dodge in KS, about 23 miles from Swaim Funeral Chapel. 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 Swaim Funeral Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,100. 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 Swaim Funeral Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Swaim Funeral Chapel is located at 919 North 5Th Street in Cimarron, KS. You can reach the home at (620) 855-3221. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Swaim Funeral Chapel offer veteran families?
Swaim Funeral Chapel provides complete cremation services, traditional funeral services, pre-arrangement counseling, serving all faiths, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Swaim Funeral Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Swaim Funeral Chapel mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Swaim Funeral Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths families, among others.
What sets Swaim Funeral Chapel apart
- Over 150 years of continuous family-owned and operated service, dating back to 1874.
- Multiple chapel locations across Southwest Kansas (Dodge City, Cimarron, Montezuma, Sublette).
- Dedicated Veteran Services, emphasizing honor and pride for service members.
- In-house monument design services for personalized memorials.
- Extensive online Griefwords Library for comprehensive grief support.
- Staff member Maria Gonzalez, likely offering Spanish language support given local demographics.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Complete Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Kansas Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Serving All Faiths
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.