Veteran services at Zwickey Funeral Home
Zwickey Funeral Home in Galesville, WI supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include reception space, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,154 for basic burial and $2,055 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, memorial services, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Zwickey Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,055. That places direct cremation roughly 29% below the Wisconsin median ($2,885). 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 Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Preston in MN, about 46 miles from Zwickey 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 539 funeral homes in Wisconsin. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Zwickey Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,055. 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 Zwickey Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Zwickey Funeral Home is located at 19934 West Gale Ave. in Galesville, WI. You can reach the home at (608) 582-2746. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Zwickey Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Zwickey Funeral Home provides burial services, cremation services, specialty funeral services, memorial services, celebration of life, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Zwickey Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Zwickey Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Zwickey Funeral Home apart
- Explicit emphasis on keeping costs affordable for families.
- Personalized tribute crafting for all service types, including unique memorial and celebration of life events.
- Comprehensive support beyond the service, including assistance with estate settlements, grief resources, and advanced planning.
- Specialization in Veteran Services, assisting with military and burial benefits.
- Guidance and support for ash-scattering services, including regulatory information.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Ash Scattering Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Ash Scattering Services
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.