Veteran services at Becvar & Son Funeral Home
Veteran families in Crestwood, IL can turn to Becvar & Son Funeral Home 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 and parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,495 for basic burial and $1,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, graveside service, memorial service, direct cremation, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Becvar & Son Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,995. That places direct cremation roughly 20% below the Illinois median ($2,495). 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 Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in IL, about 27 miles from Becvar & Son 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 1,192 funeral homes in Illinois. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Becvar & Son Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,995. 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 Becvar & Son Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Becvar & Son Funeral Home is located at 5539 127Th Street in Crestwood, IL. You can reach the home at (708) 824-9000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Becvar & Son Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Becvar & Son Funeral Home provides burial, cremation, traditional funeral service, viewing, graveside service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Becvar & Son Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Becvar & Son Funeral Home 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 Becvar & Son Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Roman Catholic families, among others.
What sets Becvar & Son Funeral Home apart
- Four-generation family-owned and operated business since 1907
- Bilingual services available (English and Spanish) through David Becvar
- Operates as a 'one wake home' facility, offering a private setting for services
- Extensive experience in arranging veteran memorial services and navigating VA benefits
- Provides around-the-clock service from their Crestwood location
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #44
- · American Legion
- · Incarnation Church
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Grief Support
- · Preneed Counseling
- · Bilingual Services (English and Spanish)
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Roman Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.