Veteran services at Rafferty Funeral Home
Rafferty Funeral Home in Moline, IL supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. On-site amenities include two large chapels, handicapped parking, and additional parking spaces, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,795 for basic burial and $3,130 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Facilities on site include two large chapels.
Published pricing at Rafferty Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,130. That places direct cremation roughly 25% 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 Rock Island National Cemetery in IL, about 2 miles from Rafferty 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.
Rafferty Funeral Home lists these traditions and communities: Catholic and Lgbtq Affirming. Military funeral honors can be part of a religious service; tell the director the order you want.
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 Rafferty Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,130. 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 Rafferty Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Rafferty Funeral Home is located at 2111 1St Street A in Moline, IL. You can reach the home at (309) 797-1900. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Rafferty Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Rafferty Funeral Home provides funeral services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Rafferty Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Rafferty Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Rafferty Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Unitarian families, among others.
What sets Rafferty Funeral Home apart
- Facility features two large chapels that can be combined to seat over 200 people.
- Drive-through portico and ample parking with nearly 100 additional spaces.
- Amenities include an inviting kitchen, a children's playroom, and a private patio.
- Bible verse from the Book of Joshua etched in stone at the front entrance, reflecting their guiding principle.
- Owner Kevin J. Rafferty has over 30 years of experience and extensive community involvement, including leadership roles in professional associations and local organizations.
- Provides comprehensive veteran services, including coordinating military honors and assisting with VA benefits like Presidential Memorial Certificates and headstones.
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Moline Rotary
- · Alleman High School Hall of Fame Committee
- · Catholic Order of Foresters Court 1691
- · Knights of Columbus, Allouez Council, Rock Island
- · Youth Service Bureau
- · Moline Municipal Credit Union
- · John Deere Classic
- · National Funeral Directors Associations
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Unitarian. 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.