Veteran services at Saksa Mateer Funeral Home
Veteran families in Edwardsville, IL can turn to Saksa Mateer Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $4,000 for basic burial and $2,160 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services and veteran’s death benefits. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Saksa Mateer Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,950. That places direct cremation roughly 22% 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 Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 28 miles from Saksa Mateer 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 Saksa Mateer Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,950. 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 Saksa Mateer Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Saksa Mateer Funeral Home is located at 210 North Kansas St. in Edwardsville, IL. You can reach the home at (618) 656-7577. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Saksa Mateer Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Saksa Mateer Funeral Home provides pre-need arrangements, funeral cost estimates, traditional funeral services, cremation services, out-of-town funeral arrangements, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Saksa Mateer Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Saksa Mateer Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Saksa Mateer Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Non-denominational Christian families, among others.
What sets Saksa Mateer Funeral Home apart
- Operates two facilities with a long history: Thomas Funeral Home since 1900 and Mateer Funeral Home since 1937.
- Offers a full spectrum of services including pre-need arrangements, funeral cost estimates, and both traditional and cremation services.
- Provides assistance with various death benefits (Life Insurance, Social Security, Veteran's).
- Offers additional services such as monuments, licensed life insurance agents, and counseling.
- Affiliated with the International Order of the Golden Rule.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · International Order of the Golden Rule
Specialties
- · Veteran services
- · Cremation services
- · Green burial
- · Funeral planning
- · Reception Hall
- · Webcasting (Video Streaming)
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Non-denominational Christian.
Branches of service mentioned
Saksa Mateer Funeral Home's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.