Veteran services at Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services, located in West Chicago, IL, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $4,475 for basic burial and $1,850 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services: direct cremation from $1,850. That places direct cremation roughly 26% below 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 Fort Sheridan National Cemetery in IL, about 30 miles from Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services. 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 Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,850. 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 Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services is located at 132 Fremont St. in West Chicago, IL. You can reach the home at (630) 231-0060. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services offer veteran families?
Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, personalization, veterans services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic families, among others.
What sets Norris-Segert Funeral Home & Cremation Services apart
- Over 150 years of continuous operation, established in 1872.
- Four generations of original family ownership (Norris family) before current ownership.
- Historical significance, including housing the city's first elevator at a previous location.
- Extensive grief support program, including a year of daily grief support emails and specialized resources for children and teens.
- Comprehensive online memorial features, including tribute videos, flower ordering assistance, and service detail sharing.
- Virtual tour of the funeral home facilities available online.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Personalization
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.