Veteran services at Ryan-Parke Funeral Home
Veteran families in Park Ridge, IL can turn to Ryan-Parke Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,985 for basic burial and $3,380 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, memorial services, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapels.
Published pricing at Ryan-Parke Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,380. That places direct cremation roughly 35% 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 Fort Sheridan National Cemetery in IL, about 12 miles from Ryan-Parke 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 Ryan-Parke Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,380. 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 Ryan-Parke Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Ryan-Parke Funeral Home is located at 120 Sorth Northwest Hwy. in Park Ridge, IL. You can reach the home at (847) 823-1171. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Ryan-Parke Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Ryan-Parke Funeral Home provides traditional funerals, cremation, memorial services, out-of-town arrangements, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Ryan-Parke Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Ryan-Parke Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Ryan-Parke Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Lutheran families, among others.
What sets Ryan-Parke Funeral Home apart
- Three generations of continuous Ryan family ownership and operation since 1936.
- Historic building in "Uptown" Park Ridge, which has undergone multiple expansions while retaining original architectural elements like the bungalow's fireplace.
- Established the area's first ambulance service in 1950, which operated for over 25 years.
- Central location in "Uptown" Park Ridge, two blocks south of Touhy Avenue and the historic Pickwick Theater.
Military and veteran services listed
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- · Cremation
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- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Lutheran.
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.