Veteran services at Simkins Funeral Home
Simkins Funeral Home in Morton Grove, IL supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and parking lots, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,400 for basic burial and $2,850 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation service, memorial service, graveside service, permanent memorialization (urn at home), urn burial, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site chapel.
Published pricing at Simkins Funeral Home: direct cremation from $2,850. That places direct cremation roughly 14% 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 Simkins 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 Simkins Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,850. 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 Simkins Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Simkins Funeral Home is located at 6251 Dempster St. in Morton Grove, IL. You can reach the home at (847) 965-2500. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Simkins Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Simkins Funeral Home provides cremation service, traditional funeral service, memorial service, graveside service, permanent memorialization (urn at home), and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Simkins Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Simkins Funeral Home mentions flag presentation and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Simkins Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths, Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, United Church of Christ families, among others.
What sets Simkins Funeral Home apart
- Family owned and operated since 1939, now in its third generation of family leadership.
- Historically provided the only emergency ambulance service in the area until 1967.
- Facility is handicap accessible with no-step entrance, and chapels and restrooms on one level.
- Offers abundant parking with two large parking lots.
- Recently remodeled facilities, including an expanded chapel for larger gatherings.
- Provides 24-hour accessibility for immediate assistance.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Service
- · Urn Burial
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Consolidated Funeral Services, Inc.
- · Tribute Technology
Specialties
- · Grief Support
- · Children & Grief
- · Preplanning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths, Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, United Church of Christ. 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.