Veteran services at Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory
For veterans in Kankakee, IL, Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. Published pricing lists $3,495 for basic burial and $1,045 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation options, memorial visitation, memorial service, graveside service, and memorial mass. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in IL, about 22 miles from Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory. 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
Does Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory publish funeral prices?
Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (815) 401-5505 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory is located at 1898 West Court Street in Kankakee, IL. You can reach the home at (815) 401-5505. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory offer veteran families?
Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory provides meaningful ceremony, traditional ceremony, unique ceremony, funeral packages, cremation options, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Nazarene, Episcopal families, among others.
What sets Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory apart
- Only on-site crematory in Kankakee County
- 24 hours/day availability for services
- Unique personalization of services
- Extensive online grief support, including counseling, group support, and interactive videos available 24/7
- 365 Days of Grief Support email affirmation program
- Community events for education, support, and remembrance
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Options
- · Inurnment
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
Specialties
- · Unique Personalization of Services
- · 24 Hours/Day Availability
- · Only On-site Crematory in Kankakee County
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Nazarene, Episcopal. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
Branches of service mentioned
Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Crematory's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.