Veteran services at Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs
For veterans in Blue Springs, MO, Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,680 for basic burial and $1,995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, traditional funeral followed by cremation, memorial service, and direct cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs: direct cremation from $1,995. That places direct cremation roughly 14% 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 Missouri State Veterans Cemetery - Higginsville in MO, about 30 miles from Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs. 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 Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,995. 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 Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs is located at 1660 West Main St. in Blue Springs, MO. You can reach the home at (816) 229-3276. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs offer veteran families?
Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs provides cremation, traditional funeral followed by cremation, memorial service, celebration of life, direct cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran, Baptist, Christian (non-denominational/Evangelical) families, among others.
What sets Meyers Funeral Chapel - Blue Springs apart
- First-generation, family-owned and operated funeral provider.
- Offers transparent, all-inclusive package pricing for services.
- The 'Meyers Family Promise™' emphasizes personalized grief support and unique tributes.
- Ability to make immediate decisions and accommodate personal service requests without corporate approval.
- Operates two locations in historic downtown communities (Blue Springs and Parkville) with renovated, elegant, and modern facilities.
- Recognized with multiple community awards, including Business of the Year by the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce (2018) and Park Hill School District (2022), and Citizens of the Year by Truman Heartland Community Foundation (2019).
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Traditional Funeral Followed by Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Park Hill School District's Education Foundation
- · Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce
- · KCI Rotary Club
- · Truman Heartland Community Foundation
- · Blue Springs Rotary
- · Community Services League
- · Blue Springs Historical Society
- · St. John LaLande Catholic Church
Specialties
- · Family-Owned and Operated
- · Honest & Transparent Pricing
- · Personal Concierge Service
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran, Baptist, Christian (non-denominational/Evangelical). Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.