Veteran services at Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore
Veteran families in Cambridge, IL can turn to Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,175 for basic burial and $3,245 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore: direct cremation from $3,245. That places direct cremation roughly 30% 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 23 miles from Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore. 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 Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,245. 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 Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore is located at 212 East Court St. in Cambridge, IL. You can reach the home at (309) 937-3395. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore offer veteran families?
Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore provides burial, cremation, memorial service, celebration of life, pet services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Methodist, Lutheran, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore apart
- Comprehensive pet cremation services, including private and communal options, with additional memorial items like paw print impressions and fur clippings.
- Extensive library of free guides covering topics such as maximizing veteran funeral benefits, planning meaningful funerals, understanding payment options, writing obituaries, and an after-death checklist.
- The 'Ask the Director' online resource provides articles and answers to common questions about funeral arrangements and grief.
- Emphasis on personalized memorial and celebration of life services, encouraging families to incorporate unique aspects of a loved one's personality, achievements, and hobbies.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association
- · Iowa Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Cremation services
- · Burial services
- · Veteran services
- · Pre-planning services
- · Grief support
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Methodist, Lutheran, Baptist.
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.