Veteran services at Martin-Hollis Funeral Home
For veterans in Bushnell, IL, Martin-Hollis Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,860 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Martin-Hollis Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,860. That places direct cremation roughly 15% 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 Keokuk National Cemetery Annex in IA, about 48 miles from Martin-Hollis 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 Martin-Hollis Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,860. 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 Martin-Hollis Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Martin-Hollis Funeral Home is located at 771 North Crafford in Bushnell, IL. You can reach the home at (309) 772-3116. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Martin-Hollis Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Martin-Hollis Funeral Home provides funerals, cremation, burial, personalization, honoring veterans, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Martin-Hollis Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Martin-Hollis Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Martin-Hollis Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Methodist, Christian (Non-Denominational), Baptist, Assembly of God families, among others.
What sets Martin-Hollis Funeral Home apart
- Specialization in honoring veterans with dedicated services.
- Provision of pet services, acknowledging the grief associated with animal companions.
- Deep-rooted history in Bushnell, Illinois, operating since 1942 under various names, demonstrating long-standing local presence.
- Current owners, Eric Jameson and Patrick Burke, are experienced, licensed funeral directors and embalmers; Eric Jameson also serves as the McDonough County Coroner.
- Emphasis on personalized funeral services, guiding families to create unique tributes.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
- · Pet Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Methodist, Christian (Non-Denominational), Baptist, Assembly of God, Presbyterian.
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.