Veteran services at Kurrus Funeral Home
Kurrus Funeral Home, located in Belleville, IL, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel (350-seat), suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $6,540 for basic burial and $2,660 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: pet cremation services and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel (350-seat).
Published pricing at Kurrus Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,660. That places direct cremation roughly 7% 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 Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 15 miles from Kurrus 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 Kurrus Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,660. 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 Kurrus Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Kurrus Funeral Home is located at 1773 Frank Scott Parkway West in Belleville, IL. You can reach the home at (618) 235-2100. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Kurrus Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Kurrus Funeral Home provides full-service funeral home, funeral home services, pre-arrangements, pet cremation services, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Kurrus Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Kurrus 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.
Which faith traditions does Kurrus Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Methodist, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Kurrus Funeral Home apart
- Six generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1883.
- On-site cremation facility offering both human and pet cremation services, performed by certified technicians.
- Extensive historical presence and adaptation through significant local events in East St. Louis and Belleville.
- Comprehensive facility amenities including a 350-seat chapel, private family rooms, and an elevator.
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Pet Cremation Services
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · St. Matthew United Methodist Church
- · Bankers’ Trust Board
- · West Pointe Bank and Trust
- · East Lodge 504 AF & AM
- · Scottish Rite Bodies
- · York Rite Bodies
- · Ainad Shrine
- · Optimist
Specialties
- · Pet Cremation
- · Veteran Burial
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Methodist, Catholic.
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.