Veteran services at Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home
Veteran families in Morton, IL can turn to Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, memorial services, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Camp Butler National Cemetery in IL, about 54 miles from Knapp-Johnson 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 Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (309) 263-7426 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home is located at 140 Detroit Avenue in Morton, IL. You can reach the home at (309) 263-7426. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home provides burial services, cremation services, memorial services, celebration of life, pet services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
What sets Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home apart
- Long-standing history in Morton, Illinois, originating as Perry Memorial Home in 1975 and evolving into Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home in 1987.
- Acquisition and operation of Ludwig Mortuary for over two decades, demonstrating a significant presence in the local funeral service market.
- Comprehensive preplanning services that guide individuals through detailed end-of-life arrangements, including personalized service options, musical selections, and themes.
- Specialized services including dedicated veteran services to secure military and burial benefits, and detailed guidance for ash-scattering ceremonies.
- Extensive administrative support for families, covering vital record statistics, permits, death certificates, and assistance with life insurance, veteran's benefits, and Social Security claims.
- Provision of grief education, support materials, and referrals to counseling services, extending care beyond the immediate funeral arrangements.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Ash Scattering Services
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- · Veteran Services
- · Ash-Scattering Services
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.