Veteran services at Townsend Funeral Home
Townsend Funeral Home serves veteran families in Dixon, KY with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,400 for basic burial and a quoted rate 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.
Facilities on site include chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Kentucky Veterans Cemetery - West in KY, about 51 miles from Townsend 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 552 funeral homes in Kentucky. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Townsend Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Townsend Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (270) 639-9301 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Townsend Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Townsend Funeral Home is located at 140 Us Highway 41A South in Dixon, KY. You can reach the home at (270) 639-9301. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Townsend Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Townsend Funeral Home provides traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, monuments, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Townsend Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Townsend Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Townsend Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist families, among others.
What sets Townsend Funeral Home apart
- Over 40 years of family ownership and operation by Chad and Connie Townsend
- Facility with a history in the funeral industry since the early 1930s, featuring recent remodeling and expansions
- Extensive personalization options including tribute videos, custom music, artwork integration, and personalized readings
- Comprehensive grief support resources, including Dr. Jason Troyer's GriefPlan video program and guidance for children experiencing loss
- Dedicated assistance for veterans in securing benefits and arranging services
- 24-hour availability for immediate assistance
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist.
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.