Veteran services at Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc.
Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. in Abingdon, IL supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include galesburg chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,950 for basic burial and $2,600 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: veterans overview, veterans headstones, veterans burial flags, burial, cremation, and memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include galesburg chapel.
Published pricing at Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc.: direct cremation from $2,600. That places direct cremation roughly 4% 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 Rock Island National Cemetery in IL, about 39 miles from Hinchliff Pearson-West, 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 Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,600. 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 Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. is located at 206 North Washington St. in Abingdon, IL. You can reach the home at (309) 462-2325. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. offer veteran families?
Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. provides send flowers, pre-planning, grief support, funeral price information, funeral funding, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. mentions flag presentation, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for African Methodist Episcopal, Anglican, Apostolic, Assembly of God, Baha'i Faith families, among others.
What sets Hinchliff Pearson-West, Inc. apart
- Over a century of continuous service, with the current entity established in 1966.
- Ownership transitioned to long-time funeral directors, ensuring continuity of local service.
- Active community involvement, including a Winter Accessories Drive for the Defenders of Freedom Veterans Home and support for local youth sports.
- Comprehensive veteran services, including assistance with headstones, burial flags, and coordination with Rock Island National Cemetery.
- Offers a year of complimentary daily grief support messages via email.
- Provides a downloadable General Price List (GPL) on their website for transparent pricing information.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association
- · Cremation Association of North America
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: African Methodist Episcopal, Anglican, Apostolic, Assembly of God, Baha'i Faith, Baptist, Bible Churches, Catholic, Christian (Disciples of Christ), Christian Science, Church of Christ, Church of God, Church of the Nazarene, Congregational, Covenant, Foursquare, Judaism, Latter-day Saints, Lutheran, Methodist, Non-Denominational, Open Bible, Pentecostal, Presbyterian, Salvation Army, Seventh-Day Adventists, United Church of Christ, Wesleyan. 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.