Veteran services at Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home
Veteran families in Lansing, IL can turn to Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home for honors and benefit coordination. In their own words: "Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home provides resources and assistance for veterans, as indicated by a dedicated 'Veterans' section in their helpful links." On-site amenities include reception area and chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,790 for basic burial and $3,640 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include visitation and service all one day with cremation, direct cremation, full service with cremation, direct cremation with memorial service, and immediate burial. 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 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.
Published pricing at Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home: direct cremation from $3,640. That places direct cremation roughly 46% above the Illinois median ($2,495). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in IL, approximately 33 miles from Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home. Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
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. Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,640. 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 Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home is located at 3227 Ridge Rd. in Lansing, IL. You can reach the home at (708) 474-0024. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home provides visitation and service all one day with cremation, direct cremation, traditional funeral visitation and service, full service with cremation, visitation and service all one day, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home provides resources and assistance for veterans, as indicated by a dedicated 'Veterans' section in their helpful links.
Which faith traditions does Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Christian Reformed families, among others.
What sets Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home apart
- Family-owned and operated since 1941, providing continuous service for over 80 years.
- Offers a 'home-like atmosphere' and 'warm, comforting facility' for families.
- Provides a diverse range of funeral and cremation packages, allowing for personalized services.
- Maintains a unique vehicle fleet, including a 1964 Cadillac Hearse/Ambulance.
- Offers extensive grief support resources, including access to the Griefwords Online Library.
- Facility is handicapped accessible.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Immediate Burial
Cremation
- · Visitation and Service All One Day with Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Full Service with Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Lansing Lions Club
Specializations
- · Grief counseling
- · Multicultural services
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Catholic, Christian Reformed.
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.