Veteran services at Britton-Bennett Funeral Home
Veteran families in Steelville, MO can turn to Britton-Bennett Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. On-site amenities include two chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,350 for basic burial and $1,740 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: memorial service, burial, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include two chapels.
Published pricing at Britton-Bennett Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,740. That places direct cremation roughly 1% 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 Missouri State Veterans Cemetery - Fort Leonard Wood in MO, about 48 miles from Britton-Bennett 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 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 Britton-Bennett Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,740. 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 Britton-Bennett Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Britton-Bennett Funeral Home is located at 110 Cedar Street in Steelville, MO. You can reach the home at (573) 775-2123. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Britton-Bennett Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Britton-Bennett Funeral Home provides funeral service, memorial service, burial, cremation, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Britton-Bennett Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Britton-Bennett Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and flag presentation. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Britton-Bennett Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Southern Baptist, Pentecostal, Assembly of God, Catholic, Presbyterian families, among others.
What sets Britton-Bennett Funeral Home apart
- Over a century of continuous operation under various family ownerships, culminating in the current Bennett family.
- Owners Bill and Liz Bennett are highly experienced and licensed funeral directors, with Bill holding a Certified Preplanning Consultant (CPC) designation and the Bob Knell Award.
- The facility is a one-level building with two chapels and handicapped-accessible restrooms, ensuring accessibility for all visitors.
- Comprehensive pre-planning services are available, allowing individuals to outline their exact wishes and ease future burdens on family.
- Active community involvement by the owners in local churches and civic organizations.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Missouri Funeral Directors and Embalmers Association
- · National Funeral Director's Association (NFDA)
Specialties
- · Cremation services
- · Burial services
- · Pre-planning services
- · Veteran services
- · Multicultural/Religious services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Southern Baptist, Pentecostal, Assembly of God, Catholic, Presbyterian. 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.