Veteran services at Pulliam Funeral Homes PC
For veterans in Robinson, IL, Pulliam Funeral Homes PC coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In their own words: "Pulliam Funeral Homes specializes in honoring veterans, stating, 'We’re proud to do our part in honoring those who have sacrificed so much for our country.'" On-site amenities include on-site chapel and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,995 for basic burial and $3,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. What feedback exists is encouraging: 5.0 stars across 10 reviews.
Veteran-related services offered include honoring veterans and cremation. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include on-site chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Danville National Cemetery in IL, approximately 78 miles from Pulliam Funeral Homes PC. Pulliam Funeral Homes PC can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Pulliam Funeral Homes PC holds a 5.0-star rating from 10 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Illinois has approximately 1,192 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Pulliam Funeral Homes PC is among them.
Frequently asked questions
Does Pulliam Funeral Homes PC publish funeral prices?
Pulliam Funeral Homes PC has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request — call (618) 544-3141, and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Pulliam Funeral Homes PC located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Pulliam Funeral Homes PC is located at 1005 West Main Street in Robinson, IL. You can reach the home at (618) 544-3141. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Pulliam Funeral Homes PC offer veteran families?
Pulliam Funeral Homes PC provides personalized services, service options, honoring veterans, cremation, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Pulliam Funeral Homes PC help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Pulliam Funeral Homes specializes in honoring veterans, stating, 'We’re proud to do our part in honoring those who have sacrificed so much for our country.'
Which faith traditions does Pulliam Funeral Homes PC accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Various Christian denominations (Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, Lutheran, Church of Christ, Wesleyan, Latter-day Saints), Other faiths and preferences as accommodated by personalized services families, among others.
How do families rate Pulliam Funeral Homes PC?
Pulliam Funeral Homes PC holds a 5.0-star rating across 10 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Pulliam Funeral Homes PC apart
- On-site crematory, including a walk-in cooler and processing station, with owner Clark Pulliam personally overseeing the cremation process.
- Extensive family history in funeral service dating back to 1863, with the Pulliam family operating since 1948.
- Multiple modernized facilities across three towns (Robinson, Oblong, Hutsonville), each with ample parking and updated amenities.
- Specialization in honoring veterans, explicitly stated as a core service.
- Comprehensive preplanning services, including online options and protection against inflation through trust funds or insurance policies.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association (IFDA)
- · Indiana Funeral Directors Association
Specializations
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Various Christian denominations (Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, Lutheran, Church of Christ, Wesleyan, Latter-day Saints), Other faiths and preferences as accommodated by personalized services.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Pulliam Funeral Homes PC. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“Clark and his entire staff are extremely professional, courteous and compassionate. I was blessed to have Pulliam Funeral Home in Robinson to have handled the arrangements of three of our loved ones, and most recently my mom. Anything and everything I asked for, they made it happen and Clark knew exactly the vision our family had in mind for the visitation, service, and burial. From the music I selected, to the program design, the beautiful service by Tom Akers, and the obituary submission, all was orchestrated in total perfection. Thankful for the care, compassion, and honor they have always provided to our loved ones and our entire family.”
“I couldn't have imagined a more perfect service for my Dad. Everyone at Pulliam was helpful, friendly, and most of all attentive to our needs. Thank you!”
“Matt was so compassionate, understanding, and supportive during a difficult time. Thank you.”
“Clark was very dedicated and helpful in a difficult and unexpected time when my grandpa passed away. I am very grateful for the attentiveness and care from him and his staff at Pulliam.”
“The employees / funeral directors at the Pulliam Funeral Home in Oblong made this whole process so much easier. When a loved one dies, the family is overwhelmed with everything to do. They were all genuinely helpful and we were blessed that everything went so smooth from start to finish. Thank you all so much! Family of PD Highsmith”
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.