Veteran services at Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home
Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home, located in Prophetstown, IL, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel, reception hall, and parking lot, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,000 for basic burial and $2,395 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,715. That places direct cremation roughly 9% 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 Rock Island National Cemetery in IL, about 32 miles from Bosma-Gibson 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 Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,715. 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 Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home is located at 320 Lafayette Street in Prophetstown, IL. You can reach the home at (815) 537-2336. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home provides burial, cremation, veteran services, monuments, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Advent Christian, Lutheran, Methodist, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home apart
- Over 125 years of continuous operation and family-led service, tracing back to 1895.
- Three distinct chapel locations (Prophetstown, Morrison, Fulton) serving a broader regional community.
- Comprehensive grief support resources, including a '365 Days of Healing' email program and affiliations with GriefShare, Web Healing, and The Compassionate Friends.
- Specialized services for veterans, ensuring their service is honored.
- Dedicated monument services with free consultations for lasting tributes.
- Direct staff availability 24 hours a day for immediate needs, avoiding answering services.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Traditional Cremation
- · Memorial Gathering after Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Veteran Services
- · Monuments
- · Pre-planning
- · Burial Services
- · Personalization of services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Advent Christian, Lutheran, Methodist, Catholic.
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.