Veteran services at The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory
The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory in Polson, MT supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. Published pricing lists $4,875 for basic burial and $2,375 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, traditional burial, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory: direct cremation from $2,375. That places direct cremation roughly 0% above the Montana median ($2,367). 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 Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery - Missoula in MT, about 55 miles from The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory. 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 100 funeral homes in Montana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,375. 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 The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory is located at 101 6th Ave. E in Polson, MT. You can reach the home at (406) 883-2808. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory offer veteran families?
The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory provides personalized service, cremation, traditional burial, viewing, visitation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets The Lake Funeral Home And Crematory apart
- Specialized grief resources including Grief Journaling, Pet Loss Support, and guidance on Ethical Wills and Swedish Death Cleaning.
- "Away From Home Assurance" program, which covers travel arrangements and transportation costs for a loved one's return if death occurs 75 or more miles from home.
- Livestreaming services for funerals and memorials, allowing remote participation and providing recorded access after the service.
- Guidance on funeral etiquette and memorialization options.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Montana Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Washington Funeral and Cemetery Association
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Children and Grief
- · Away From Home Assurance
- · Advance Funeral Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic.
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.