Veteran services at Blue Funeral Homes
Veteran families in Marion, IL can turn to Blue Funeral Homes for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,795 for basic burial and $2,505 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Blue Funeral Homes: direct cremation from $2,795. That places direct cremation roughly 12% above 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 Mound City National Cemetery in IL, about 32 miles from Blue Funeral Homes. 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 Blue Funeral Homes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,795. 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 Blue Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Blue Funeral Homes is located at 1704 North Court St. in Marion, IL. You can reach the home at (618) 997-5648. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Blue Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Blue Funeral Homes provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Blue Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Blue Funeral Homes mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Blue Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Freewill Baptist, Christian (general, as indicated by 'religious texts' in pre-planning and various local church affiliations) families, among others.
What sets Blue Funeral Homes apart
- On-site crematory at the Marion location.
- Offers pet obituaries.
- Provides a year of weekly grief support messages.
- Part of a family of funeral homes with a long history dating back to 1914.
- Emphasis on 'Life Celebration' and personalized tributes.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Life Celebration
- · Pet Obituaries
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Freewill Baptist, Christian (general, as indicated by 'religious texts' in pre-planning and various local church affiliations). Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.