Veteran services at Knell Mortuary, Inc.
Veteran families in Carthage, MO can turn to Knell Mortuary, Inc. for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include warmly furnished chapel and visiting rooms and chapel with comfortable seating for 120 guests, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,995 for basic burial and $2,495 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include warmly furnished chapel and visiting rooms, chapel with comfortable seating for 120 guests, and on-site displays of caskets, urns, vaults, and special memorials.
Published pricing at Knell Mortuary, Inc.: direct cremation from $2,495. That places direct cremation roughly 43% above the Missouri median ($1,750). 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 Fort Scott National Cemetery in KS, about 49 miles from Knell Mortuary, 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 607 funeral homes in Missouri. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Knell Mortuary, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,495. 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 Knell Mortuary, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Knell Mortuary, Inc. is located at 308 West Chestnut St. in Carthage, MO. You can reach the home at (417) 358-2105. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Knell Mortuary, Inc. offer veteran families?
Knell Mortuary, Inc. provides personalized services, service options, preplanning, honoring veterans, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Knell Mortuary, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Knell Mortuary, Inc. mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Knell Mortuary, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Episcopal families, among others.
What sets Knell Mortuary, Inc. apart
- Established in 1882, offering over a century of experience in funeral service.
- Extensive grief support resources, including a '365 Days of Healing' daily email program.
- Specialized grief support for children, featuring resources like Sesame Workshop's 'When Families Grieve™' and recommended children's books.
- Commitment to personalized services, accommodating diverse preferences, religions, and budgets for unique tributes.
- Dedicated veteran services, assisting with specific honors and paperwork for those who served.
Military and veteran services listed
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Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Episcopal. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.