Veteran services at Williams-James Mortuary
For veterans in Saint Louis, MO, Williams-James Mortuary coordinates military honors and burial benefits. Staff help families secure VA burial benefits, request military honors, and coordinate with national or state veterans cemeteries. It has a 4.5 rating from 6 reviews on Google.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in MO, about 13 miles from Williams-James Mortuary. 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
Does Williams-James Mortuary publish funeral prices?
Williams-James Mortuary has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (314) 993-0890 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Williams-James Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Williams-James Mortuary is located at 1424 Dielman Road in Saint Louis, MO. You can reach the home at (314) 993-0890. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Williams-James Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Williams-James Mortuary assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
How do families rate Williams-James Mortuary?
Williams-James Mortuary holds a 4.5-star rating across 6 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What families have said
Mrs. Doris William-James trained staff to treat families like their own, evident in how they prepared Mr. 'Tody' Wilson and develop ongoing friendships. Trustworthiness defines their reputation, though one client experienced notably different service.
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.