Veteran services at Moss Family Funeral Homes
Veteran families in Batavia, IL can turn to Moss Family Funeral Homes for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include reception, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,850 for basic burial and $2,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in IL, about 33 miles from Moss Family Funeral Homes. 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 Moss Family Funeral Homes publish funeral prices?
Moss Family Funeral Homes has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (630) 879-7900 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Moss Family Funeral Homes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Moss Family Funeral Homes is located at 209 S Batavia Ave in Batavia, IL. You can reach the home at (630) 879-7900. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Moss Family Funeral Homes offer veteran families?
Moss Family Funeral Homes provides funerals, cremation, burial, personalization, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Moss Family Funeral Homes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Moss Family Funeral Homes mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Moss Family Funeral Homes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths & Cultures, Catholic, Methodist, Lutheran, Episcopal families, among others.
What sets Moss Family Funeral Homes apart
- Family-owned and operated for over 20 years by the Moss family.
- Owns and operates a private crematory, ensuring loved ones remain in their care.
- Offers "Guiding Grief™" resource library with 27 videos and a companion guide for grief support.
- Provides "Moss Family Paws" for pet cremation services, utilizing their private crematory.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Valley Animal Hospital
- · Two Bostons
- · Halo At Home Veterinary Services
- · Anatomical Gift Association
Specialties
- · Serving All Faiths & Cultures
- · Pet Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths & Cultures, Catholic, Methodist, Lutheran, Episcopal, Baptist, United Church of Christ, Presbyterian, Assemblies of God, Evangelical Free Church of America, Christian and Missionary Alliance, Church of the Brethren, Vineyard.
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.