Veteran services at Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett
Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett, located in Bartlett, IL, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,295 for basic burial and $1,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veteran services, burial services, memorial service, and graveside cremation service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett: direct cremation from $2,975. That places direct cremation roughly 19% 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 Fort Sheridan National Cemetery in IL, about 25 miles from Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett. 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 Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,975. 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 Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett is located at 950 South Bartlett Rd. in Bartlett, IL. You can reach the home at (630) 289-7575. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett offer veteran families?
Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett provides traditional funeral services, cremation services, preplanning services, veteran services, burial services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Lutheran, Catholic, Methodist, Presbyterian, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory - Bartlett apart
- Operates its own on-site crematory, ensuring continuous care for loved ones.
- Fifth-generation funeral director, Marcus Jaeger, continuing a family legacy dating back to 1858.
- Adheres to a "common sense" philosophy, offering transparent pricing and affordable options.
- Specialized veteran services, with staff members who are veterans and assist with military honors and VA benefits.
- Bilingual staff member (Tami Roy) specifically noted for assisting Hispanic families.
- Offers a free virtual "Healing Hearts Grief Support Group" twice monthly via Zoom.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Graveside Cremation Service
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Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Hispanic Families
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Lutheran, Catholic, Methodist, Presbyterian, Baptist, Non-denominational Christian, Assyrian Church of the East, Jain, Hindu. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish.
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.