Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

Veteran services at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions serves veteran families in Saint Peters, MO with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include st. peters chapel and west county chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,755 for basic burial and $1,495 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorial service, direct cremation, direct burial, and military funeral honors ceremony. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include st. peters chapel and west county chapel.

The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 27 miles from Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. 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 sets Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions apart

• Over 130 years of family ownership and operation, now in its fifth generation.
• Explicit commitment to offering services at a significantly lower price point, claiming families save "hundreds, even thousands of dollars" compared to other area funeral homes.
• Specialization in a variety of cremation keepsakes, including jewelry, blown glass, and thumbprint items.
• Dedicated support for military funeral honors and veteran benefits, assisting with flag presentation and VA benefit applications.
• Extensive community resources and grief support, including a mortuary science scholarship program and local vendor recommendations.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Christian denominations (Catholic, Lutheran, Non-Denominational, Assembly of God).

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.