Veteran services at Mackey-Wright Funeral Home
Mackey-Wright Funeral Home serves veteran families in Monticello, IL with military funeral planning. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include large chapel and small chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,355 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: graveside services, memorial services, and direct cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large chapel and small chapel.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Danville National Cemetery in IL, about 52 miles from Mackey-Wright 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 Mackey-Wright Funeral Home publish funeral prices?
Mackey-Wright Funeral Home has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (217) 762-2126 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Mackey-Wright Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Mackey-Wright Funeral Home is located at 215 East Washington St. in Monticello, IL. You can reach the home at (217) 762-2126. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Mackey-Wright Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Mackey-Wright Funeral Home provides visitations, funeral services, church services, graveside services, memorial services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Mackey-Wright Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Mackey-Wright Funeral Home assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Mackey-Wright Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Methodist, Baptist, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Mackey-Wright Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1911, with a second-generation funeral director.
- Offers both a large chapel for public services and a smaller chapel for private family viewings.
- Provides accessibility features including a chair lift and elevator entrance.
- Offers a comprehensive online grief library with resources from Dr. Alan Wolfelt.
- Emphasizes personalized funeral ceremonies and pre-planning options.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Methodist, Baptist, 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.