Veteran services at Berger Memorial Chapel
Berger Memorial Chapel, located in St Louis, MO, assists those who served and their families. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include large-capacity chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $1,500 for basic burial and $895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and veterans memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large-capacity chapel and gardens.
Published pricing at Berger Memorial Chapel: direct cremation from $2,841. That places direct cremation roughly 62% above 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 13 miles from Berger Memorial Chapel. 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 Berger Memorial Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,841. 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 Berger Memorial Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Berger Memorial Chapel is located at 9430 Olive Boulevard in St Louis, MO. You can reach the home at (314) 361-0622. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Berger Memorial Chapel offer veteran families?
Berger Memorial Chapel provides jewish funeral services, traditional funeral services, arrangements by phone or email, pre-planning, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Berger Memorial Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Berger Memorial Chapel assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Berger Memorial Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Jewish (Orthodox), Jewish (Conservative), Jewish (Reform) families, among others.
What sets Berger Memorial Chapel apart
- Five generations of continuous family management.
- Specialization in Jewish funeral traditions, accommodating Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform Judaism.
- Offers a dedicated Tahara Room for ritual preparation.
- Ability to accommodate expedient burials in accordance with Jewish tradition.
- Locally managed and operated while being part of the Dignity Memorial network.
- "Attention to detail like no other. GUARANTEED." (from tagline)
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Jewish (Orthodox), Jewish (Conservative), Jewish (Reform). 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.