Veteran services at Plummer Funeral Home
Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield, IL supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,930 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial, cremation, veterans services, memorial service, direct cremation, and immediate burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapels.
Published pricing at Plummer Funeral Home: direct cremation from $4,335. That places direct cremation roughly 74% 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 Camp Butler National Cemetery in IL, about 46 miles from Plummer 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 Plummer Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,335. 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 Plummer Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Plummer Funeral Home is located at 404 East Union Ave. in Litchfield, IL. You can reach the home at (217) 324-3939. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Plummer Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Plummer Funeral Home provides making arrangements, burial, cremation, pre-arrangements, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Plummer Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Plummer Funeral Home mentions flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Plummer Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Lutheran, Presbyterian, Christian Church (Independent Christian Church), Baptist, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Plummer Funeral Home apart
- Terry W. Plummer's extensive professional credentials, including Certified Funeral Service Practitioner and Certified Crematory Operator, and his past role as President of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association.
- Recognition for excellence, including the Exemplary Service Award from The International Order of the Golden Rule in 2015 and 2021.
- Deep local roots, with the Plummer family having a business presence in Litchfield since 1926.
- Comprehensive online resources for grief support, including a year of daily messages and links to external organizations.
- Detailed guidance on funeral etiquette available on their website to assist attendees.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Immediate Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · The International Order of the Golden Rule
Specialties
- · Veterans Services
- · Pre-Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Lutheran, Presbyterian, Christian Church (Independent Christian Church), Baptist, Catholic. 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.