Veteran services at Stevens Mortuary Inc
Stevens Mortuary Inc, located in Knoxville, TN, assists those who served and their families. In their own words: "Stevens Mortuary offers specialized military services for veterans, including the "American Patriot" package, which extends to police, deputy sheriffs, firefighters, and first responders. The mortuary also provides assistance with military honors and arrangements for burial in national cemeteries like the nearby Knoxville National Cemetery." On-site amenities include on-site chapel, parking lots, and private chapel rooms, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,695 for basic burial and $2,695 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include military services, cremation services, and graveside services. 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 on-site chapel, video memorial tributes, private chapel rooms, and award-winning gardens. 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 Stevens Mortuary Inc: direct cremation from $2,995. That places direct cremation roughly 61% above the Tennessee median ($1,865). 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 Knoxville National Cemetery in TN, approximately 1 miles from Stevens Mortuary Inc. Stevens Mortuary Inc can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Tennessee has approximately 641 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Stevens Mortuary Inc is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Stevens Mortuary Inc cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,995. 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 Stevens Mortuary Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Stevens Mortuary Inc is located at 1304 Oglewood Avenue in Knoxville, TN. You can reach the home at (865) 524-0331. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Stevens Mortuary Inc offer veteran families?
Stevens Mortuary Inc provides traditional services, military services, out-of-state arrangements, cremation services, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Stevens Mortuary Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Stevens Mortuary offers specialized military services for veterans, including the "American Patriot" package, which extends to police, deputy sheriffs, firefighters, and first responders. The mortuary also provides assistance with military honors and arrangements for burial in national cemeteries like the nearby Knoxville National Cemetery.
Which faith traditions does Stevens Mortuary Inc accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (Baptist, non-denominational Protestant affiliations) families, among others.
What sets Stevens Mortuary Inc apart
- Operates from the historic "Cedar Grove" antebellum home, built in 1833, featuring award-winning gardens.
- Member of the "Order of the Golden Rule," signifying adherence to specific service standards.
- Hosts an annual Easter Sunrise Service in its gardens, a community tradition since 1979.
- Offers the "American Patriot" package, a specialized service for veterans, police, deputy sheriffs, firefighters, and first responders.
- Commits to purchasing caskets, outer burial containers, and other products from American companies.
- Provides a comprehensive aftercare program for ongoing grief support.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Order of the Golden Rule
- · Tennessee Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Tennessee Alumni Association
- · British Institute of Embalmers/North America Division
- · Greater Knoxville Funeral Service Associates
- · International Order of the Golden Rule
- · Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice
Specializations
- · Veteran Services
- · First Responder Services
- · Police Services
- · Firefighter Services
- · Fingerprint Keepsakes
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Christian (Baptist, non-denominational Protestant affiliations). Languages spoken at the home: English.
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.