Veteran services at Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory
Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory in Springfield, MO supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include small chapels, large chapels, and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,495 for basic burial and $1,135 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, graveside service, immediate burial, memorial service, cremation, and direct cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include small chapels, large chapels, and candlelight memorial service.
Published pricing at Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory: direct cremation from $1,135. That places direct cremation roughly 35% below the Missouri median ($1,750). 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 Springfield National Cemetery in MO, about 3 miles from Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-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 607 funeral homes in Missouri. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,135. 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 Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory is located at 2001 West Walnut Lawn St. in Springfield, MO. You can reach the home at (417) 886-6127. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory offer veteran families?
Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory provides personalized services, traditional services, visitation, viewing, burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Orthodox Christian, Church of God families, among others.
What sets Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory apart
- Family-owned and operated by the Wood-DeGraffenreid family since 1989, with second and third-generation involvement.
- On-site crematory with a viewing room, ensuring direct supervision of the cremation process.
- Specialized veteran services, including specific burial and cremation packages with significant discounts, assistance with VA benefits, and obtaining service records (DD214).
- Expertise in arranging multi-state and international funeral services.
- Comprehensive payment options, including insurance assignments, crowdfunding assistance, and loans with payment plans.
- Community outreach programs such as an online grief library, the Live Well Silver and Gold Club, and an annual candlelight memorial service.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Immediate Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Missouri Funeral Directors and Embalmers Association
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
- · Multi-State and International Service Arrangements
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Orthodox Christian, Church of God.
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.