Veteran services at Gent Funeral Home Inc
Veteran families in Alton, IL can turn to Gent Funeral Home Inc for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,695 for basic burial and $2,340 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burials, cremation, veteran's services, and honoring life. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include memorial garden and on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Gent Funeral Home Inc: direct cremation from $2,340. That places direct cremation roughly 6% below 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 Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 29 miles from Gent Funeral Home Inc. 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 Gent Funeral Home Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,340. 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 Gent Funeral Home Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Gent Funeral Home Inc is located at 2409 State Street in Alton, IL. You can reach the home at (618) 466-5544. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Gent Funeral Home Inc offer veteran families?
Gent Funeral Home Inc provides funerals, monuments, pre-planning, burials, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Gent Funeral Home Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Gent Funeral Home Inc mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Gent Funeral Home Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Catholic, Christian (Disciples of Christ), Assembly of God families, among others.
What sets Gent Funeral Home Inc apart
- Emphasis on creating 'healing experiences' and 'celebrating life' beyond traditional mourning.
- Comprehensive online grief support platform, including counseling, group support, interactive videos, and daily email affirmations, led by Executive Counseling Director Dr. Virginia Simpson.
- Dedicated pet services for animal companions.
- Extensive facilities including a memorial garden, mausoleums, and event hosting capabilities for community gatherings and organizational meetings.
- Pre-planning services with an online form to guide individuals through the arrangement process.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Pet Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Catholic, Christian (Disciples of Christ), Assembly of God.
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.