Veteran services at Schildknecht Funeral Home
Veteran families in O'Fallon, IL can turn to Schildknecht Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $5,510 for basic burial and $2,795 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, memorial services, honoring veterans, and pet cremation services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Schildknecht Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,795. That places direct cremation roughly 12% 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 Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 22 miles from Schildknecht 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 Schildknecht Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,795. 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 Schildknecht Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Schildknecht Funeral Home is located at 301 South Lincoln Ave. in O'Fallon, IL. You can reach the home at (618) 632-3713. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Schildknecht Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Schildknecht Funeral Home provides funeral services, burial services, cremation services, memorial services, celebration of life services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Schildknecht Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Schildknecht Funeral Home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Schildknecht Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Serves diverse religious needs families, among others.
What sets Schildknecht Funeral Home apart
- Continuously family-owned and operated for three generations, now entering its fourth generation of family involvement.
- On-site crematory for direct oversight of cremation services.
- Specialized pet cremation services ("Devoted Friends Pet Cremation") with transparent pricing and resources for pet loss.
- Strong community involvement and affiliations with local and national professional organizations.
- Comprehensive pre-planning services, including online tools, guides, and secure prepayment options.
- Offers personalized memorial products through "Cherished Memories."
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Pet Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · An Association of Metro East Family Owned and Operated Funeral Homes
- · Cremation Association of North America
- · O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce
- · O'Fallon Rotary Noon Club
- · Illinois Funeral Directors Association
- · St. Clair County Funeral Directors Association
Specialties
- · Pet Cremation
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Serves diverse religious needs.
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.