Veteran services at Irvin Macz Funeral Home
Irvin Macz Funeral Home in Centralia, IL supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Published pricing lists $4,995 for basic burial and $2,250 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, traditional burial, memorial service, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Irvin Macz Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,250. That places direct cremation roughly 10% 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 68 miles from Irvin Macz 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
What does a funeral at Irvin Macz Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,250. 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 Irvin Macz Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Irvin Macz Funeral Home is located at 234 South Elm St. in Centralia, IL. You can reach the home at (618) 532-5511. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Irvin Macz Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Irvin Macz Funeral Home provides pre-planning, funeral services, cremation, traditional burial, memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Irvin Macz Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Irvin Macz Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Irvin Macz Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Apostolic Christian families, among others.
What sets Irvin Macz Funeral Home apart
- Multi-generational family ownership and management with a detailed history dating back to 1938.
- Illinois Licensed Pre Need Insurance Counselors on staff for pre-planning services.
- Extensive online and local grief support resources, including a physical library with grief-related books for all ages.
- Active community involvement, including partnerships with local schools and support for charitable grants.
- Recognition with industry awards such as the NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Award and Green Practices Award.
- Specialized services for veterans, including assistance with headstones and burial flags.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Southern Illinois University of Carbondale Mortuary Science Advisory Board
Specialties
- · Pre Need Insurance Counseling
- · Veterans Headstones
- · Veterans Burial Flags
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Apostolic Christian. 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.