Veteran services at Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center
Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center in Saint Charles, MO supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Hutchens-Stygar offers dedicated services for veterans, inspired by founder Gene Hutchens' service in World War II and the Korean War. They assist with military funeral honors, burial flags, Presidential Memorial Certificates, and arrangements at national cemeteries like Jefferson Barracks." Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation, burial, and veterans. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
Published pricing at Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center: direct cremation from $1,995. That places direct cremation roughly 14% above the Missouri median ($1,750). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, approximately 25 miles from Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center. Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Missouri has approximately 607 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,995. 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 Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center is located at 5987 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. in Saint Charles, MO. You can reach the home at (636) 936-1300. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center offer veteran families?
Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center provides funerals, cremation, burial, receptions, personalization, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Hutchens-Stygar offers dedicated services for veterans, inspired by founder Gene Hutchens' service in World War II and the Korean War. They assist with military funeral honors, burial flags, Presidential Memorial Certificates, and arrangements at national cemeteries like Jefferson Barracks.
Which faith traditions does Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Hutchens-Stygar Funeral & Cremation Center apart
- Sole "Cremation with Confidence™" provider in St. Louis and St. Charles County, featuring a private, on-site crematory and a 10-step process ensuring continuous care.
- Offers flameless cremation as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fire-based cremation.
- Provides a unique "Cremation Ark" for displaying urns during memorial and graveside services.
- Strong dedication to veteran services, inspired by the founder's military background, assisting with military honors and arrangements.
- Family-owned and operated since 1955, with multi-generational involvement in leadership and prearrangement services.
- Modern and accommodating facilities, including dining lounges, children's play areas, and technologically equipped visitation rooms.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
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- · Burial
Cremation
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On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Specializations
- · Cremation With Confidence
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic.
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.