Veteran services at Williams-James Mortuary, Inc.
For veterans in Olivette, MO, Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,095 for basic burial and $1,195 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Williams-James Mortuary, Inc.: direct cremation from $1,195. That places direct cremation roughly 32% below the Missouri median ($1,750). 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 13 miles from Williams-James Mortuary, Inc.. 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 607 funeral homes in Missouri. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,195. 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 Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. is located at 1424 Dielman Rd. in Olivette, MO. You can reach the home at (314) 993-0890. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. offer veteran families?
Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. provides pre-planning, cremation, burial, traditional services, immediate need, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. apart
- Personalized online memorials for sharing obituaries, photos, and condolences.
- Creation of tribute videos from family photographs for services and online viewing.
- Convenient online flower ordering directly from obituary pages through local florist partnerships.
- Assistance with sharing service details via social media or email.
- Affiliation with Griefsteps for a year of weekly grief support messages.
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Religious traditions served: Baptist, Catholic.
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.