Veteran services at Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory
Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory in Auburn, WA supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,995 for basic burial and $1,400 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.5 stars across 43 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, graveside service, and memorial gifts. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory: direct cremation from $1,400. That places direct cremation roughly 6% below the Washington median ($1,492). 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 Tahoma National Cemetery in WA, about 9 miles from Yahn & Son Funeral Home & 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.
Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory has a 4.5-star rating from 43 Google reviews.
We list about 269 funeral homes in Washington. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,400. 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 Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is located at 55 West Valley Hwy. S in Auburn, WA. You can reach the home at (253) 833-8877. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory offer veteran families?
Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory provides visitation, funeral service, reception, burial, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All faiths and cultures (non-denominational chapel available), Christian denominations (including Catholic and Methodist, based on nearby churches and obituary mentions) families, among others.
How do families rate Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory?
Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory holds a 4.5-star rating across 43 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory apart
- Over 80 years of combined staff experience in the funeral service industry.
- Facility with traditional architecture and tasteful interior decor, accommodating all types of funerals and memorials, large or small, public or private.
- Offers a full range of memorial gifts.
- Features a non-denominational chapel, suitable for multicultural funerals.
- Provides onsite event space and ample parking.
- Offers aftercare and grief counseling, including daily comfort and hope emails for 365 days after the funeral.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Ground Interment
- · Graveside Service
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Ashes Returned to Family
On-site facilities
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All faiths and cultures (non-denominational chapel available), Christian denominations (including Catholic and Methodist, based on nearby churches and obituary mentions).
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Yahn & Son Funeral Home & Crematory, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“The employees handled my dad with care and dignity. They were kind, courteous, and respectful. They had a special American flag wrap for him at the time of removal because he was a veteran. They explained everything well to my mom and I and weren't at all pushy. Exemplary job. I will definitely trust them with my family members' final care in the future and have already recommended their services. Robin was our funeral director, and she and Kate went above and beyond for us at a very difficult time.”
“I am a licensed funeral director in the state of WA. When my grandmother passed away in another state THIS is the funeral home i choose to assist. We had my grandmother sent to us from California to be buried with my grandfather at the National Cemetery. Take it from someone that knows... they are the best, they have the CLEANEST sheltering areas (something the public doesnt see) and they will treat you and your family with kindness and respect.”
“Updated: The transportation crew was a third party contractor and has since apologized and made adjustments to the way that they honour the wishes of the people we are caring for. There is a way to honor decedents and a way to follow health conscious and safe protocol. I appreciate James for thinking about the ways that changes could be made and reaching back out to have a conversation about it. Because of that I am adjusting and updating this review. Original Review: Two transportation folks came to our door without calling with an ETA, walked in, didn’t say hello or introduce themselves. Not even a sorry for your loss. When I asked them if they had shoe covers, the woman acted like asked her to do something so out of line. I offered her and her husband disposable shoe covers and they scoffed. I let them know our decedent was shrouded, in a legal manner for WA law and we didn’t need the plastic bag or the quilt. He said, I’ll come in a see the situation. When I agreed and said once more, the decedent was legally covered, he said enough with you people and said we’re sending another team. The woman then scoffed again and accused us of telling her husband how to do his job. I said no mam, I’m just telling you what’s legal. This person can leave here in his shroud, once he’s in your care, you do as your company mandates. 0/10 I would never trust these two to care for a family experiencing a loss. So disappointing.”
“Incredibly disrespectful upon collection of our beloved. They tried to walk into our community home with not even a hello, not a condolence, not a regard for home (requested about shoes removal) and a refusal to have a conversation about process before abruptly leaving saying a different “crew” would be sent. I will not ever recommend their services- an absolute lack of compassion after loss. No family, friend or community member should have to encounter this service. Disgraceful.”
“When we initially called to start arrangement I spoke with Rhonda. She was so kind, patient, and caring. When we came in to make arrangements she was very patient as we worked through our grief. She took the times to say the right things to ease us through planning something so devastating to our hearts and souls. The day we came in for viewing Rob was kind and considerate. He was very patient with is all as we said good bye to our son.”
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.