Veteran Services

At Rose Lynn Funeral Home, we deeply honor the courage and sacrifice of those who have served our country. We recognize that our freedoms are made possible by their patriotism, dedication, and unwavering commitment to protect others.


Our team is proud to support veterans and their families by providing compassionate guidance and expert assistance in securing the benefits available through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. We are here to ensure every veteran is honored with the dignity and respect they deserve.

What are VA burial benefits and memorial items?

The VA burial benefits are designed to assist service members, veterans, and their families plan and pay for a burial or memorial service in a VA national cemetery. Memorial items are provided through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to honor the service of those who have served the country.

Who qualifies for burial benefits and burial in a national cemetery?

Veterans, service members, spouses, and dependents may be eligible for burial in a VA national cemetery, as well as other benefits, if they meet one of the requirements listed below:


  • A veteran who didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge
  • A service member who died while on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty for training
  • The spouse or minor child of a veteran, even if the veteran died first
  • In some cases, the unmarried adult dependent child of a veteran

What are military funeral honors and a committal service?

 VA says the honors ceremony consists of the playing of "Taps" and the folding and presentation of the U.S. flag by at least two uniformed service members (one from the veteran's branch); a rifle volley or color guard is only an optional extra when available. Source: https://www.cem.va.gov/military_funeral_honors.asp

What are burial benefits and how do I apply?

The veterans' death benefits help cover the burial, funeral and transportation costs associated with the deceased’s services and disposition. VA's plot or interment allowance is paid only when the veteran is NOT buried in a national cemetery (38 CFR 3.1707, law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/38/3.1707); for a national cemetery VA reimburses moving the remains. Reword to match va.gov/burials-memorials/veterans-burial-allowance/.

You must file a claim for a non-service-connected burial allowance within two years after the veteran’s burial or cremation. There is no time limit to file for a service-connected burial, plot or interment allowance.
You can apply online at va.gov/burials-memorials/veterans-burial-allowance/ or by mail after completing the VA Form 21P-530EZ.
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A veteran who didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge or a service member who died while on active duty may be eligible for a headstone or marker if they meet certain requirements. To find out if your deceased loved one qualifies, visit https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/memorial-items/headstones-markers-medallions/ 
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The Department of Veterans Affairs also provides a headstone for unmarked graves of an eligible deceased veteran at no charge. To request a headstone, grave marker, or niche marker, fill out the VA Form 40-1330 and send to:
Department of Veterans Affairs
NCA FP Evidence Intake Center, PO Box 5237, Janesville, WI 53547 


For more information regarding VA burial benefits and memorial items, visit:

https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/ or contact the VA office at 1-800-827-1000.