Veteran services at Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home, located in GODFREY, IL, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation. On-site amenities include large chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,125 for basic burial and $2,590 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veteran services, memorialization, traditional burial, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large chapel and memorial tribute video viewing room.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 32 miles from Elias, Kallal & Schaaf 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
Does Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (618) 466-3573 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home is located at 1313 West Delmar Avenue in GODFREY, IL. You can reach the home at (618) 466-3573. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home provides service options, personalization, pet services, veteran services, payment options, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home mentions flag presentation. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Baptist, Lutheran, Apostolic, Pentecostal families, among others.
What sets Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home apart
- Ownership and operation of two cemeteries: Rose Lawn Memory Garden (Bethalto) and Valhalla Memorial Park (Godfrey).
- On-site human crematory at the Godfrey location, ensuring continuous care for loved ones.
- Eco-friendly pet crematory, Homeward Bound Pet Crematory, serving all locations.
- Bethalto facility features a large, divisible chapel and a spacious lounge with a dedicated children's area.
- Offers crowdfunding options for funeral expenses and assistance with life insurance claims.
- Rose Lawn Memory Garden features a unique uniform flat bronze headstone policy and themed gardens like Living Christ and Masonic.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Pet Services
- · Veteran Services
- · Crematory Operation
- · Cemeterian Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Baptist, Lutheran, Apostolic, Pentecostal, Church of God. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home'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.