Veteran services at Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc
Veteran families in Saint Louis, MO can turn to Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel, reception hall, and layne renaissance chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,095 for basic burial and $975 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veterans services, cremation, burial, and memorial tree program. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel and layne renaissance chapel.
Published pricing at Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc: direct cremation from $975. That places direct cremation roughly 44% 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 Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 15 miles from Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc. 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 Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $975. 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 Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc is located at 7239 West Florissant Avenue in Saint Louis, MO. You can reach the home at (314) 381-6900. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc offer veteran families?
Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc provides pre-arrangements, veterans services, funeral service, cremation, burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Pentecostal, Christian (various denominations) families, among others.
What sets Austin A Layne Mortuary Inc apart
- Offers a Memorial Obituary Program on its website for families to post stories, photos, and online condolences.
- Provides a complimentary daily grief support message program via email for one year following services.
- Facilitates direct ordering of flowers from local florists through its website, bypassing wire service fees.
- Founder Austin A. Layne, Jr. was a prominent community figure and national music coordinator for the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Jennings Chambers of Commerce
- · Missouri State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · St. Louis Gateway Funeral Directors Association
- · Phoenix #79 of the Masonic Lodge
- · Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc.
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Grief Support
- · Pre-Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Pentecostal, Christian (various denominations).
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.