Veteran services at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home
For veterans in Decatur, IL, Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,055 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, memorial services, veteran services, and cemetery services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Camp Butler National Cemetery in IL, about 31 miles from Graceland/Fairlawn 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 Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (217) 429-5439 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is located at 2091 North Oakland Ave. in Decatur, IL. You can reach the home at (217) 429-5439. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home provides funeral services, burial, cremation, memorial services, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Various Christian denominations, Judaism, Islam families, among others.
What sets Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home apart
- On-site crematory with a private gathering and viewing room, allowing families to be present at the beginning of the cremation process.
- Three distinct cemeteries, including Graceland Cemetery, Fairlawn Cemetery, and the Isle Of Assisi Pet Cemetery.
- "Best Price Guarantee + 10% Discount" for onsite cremation, funeral services, and merchandise in Macon County.
- "100% Service Guarantee" ensuring satisfaction with their services.
- Awarded "Best Funeral Home" in 2023 by Decatur's Herald & Review.
- Specialized pet services, including cremation and burial at the Isle Of Assisi Pet Cemetery.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Illinois Cemetery and Funeral Home Association
- · International Cemetery Cremation and Funeral Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association
- · Cremation Association of North America
- · Knights of Columbus
Specialties
- · Pet Services
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Various Christian denominations, Judaism, Islam. Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.