Veteran services at Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service
For veterans in Lauderdale Lakes, FL, Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In their own words: "Baird-Case Jordan-Fannin Funeral Home & Cremation Service provides comprehensive veteran funeral services, honoring those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. These services include arranging Military Funeral Honors (MFH) ceremonies, which typically consist of the folding and presentation of the United States flag to the next-of-kin and the playing of Taps. The ceremony is performed by a funeral honors detail with at least two members of the Armed Forces, with at least one from the deceased veteran's branch of service. The funeral home assists families in obtaining a U.S. flag to drape the casket or accompany the urn, which is provided at no cost to the next-of-kin. They also help secure government headstones, markers, or medallions from the Department of Veterans Affairs at no charge, and facilitate the application for the Presidential Memorial Certificate. Eligibility for these honors extends to military members on active duty or in the Selected Reserve, and former military members who served honorably. The funeral home can assist in establishing veteran eligibility, preferably with a DD Form 214, and provides guidance on who qualifies and who does not. They also offer support for burial in private or veteran cemeteries." Published pricing lists $2,965 for basic burial and a quoted rate for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Reviewers give it 5.0 stars over 104 write-ups.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation, memorialization, veteran funeral services, and burial services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
Published pricing at Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service: direct cremation from $1,995. That places direct cremation roughly 25% above the Florida median ($1,595). 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 South Florida National Cemetery in FL, approximately 27 miles from Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service holds a 5.0-star rating from 104 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Florida has approximately 1,014 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,995. 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 Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service is located at 4701 North State Road 7 in Lauderdale Lakes, FL. You can reach the home at (954) 492-4000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service offer veteran families?
Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service provides cremation, funeral service, memorialization, veteran funeral services, live stream, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Baird-Case Jordan-Fannin Funeral Home & Cremation Service provides comprehensive veteran funeral services, honoring those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. These services include arranging Military Funeral Honors (MFH) ceremonies, which typically consist of the folding and presentation of the United States flag to the next-of-kin and the playing of Taps. The ceremony is performed by a funeral honors detail with at least two members of the Armed Forces, with at least one from the deceased veteran's branch of service. The funeral home assists families in obtaining a U.S. flag to drape the casket or accompany the urn, which is provided at no cost to the next-of-kin. They also help secure government headstones, markers, or medallions from the Department of Veterans Affairs at no charge, and facilitate the application for the Presidential Memorial Certificate. Eligibility for these honors extends to military members on active duty or in the Selected Reserve, and former military members who served honorably. The funeral home can assist in establishing veteran eligibility, preferably with a DD Form 214, and provides guidance on who qualifies and who does not. They also offer support for burial in private or veteran cemeteries.
Which faith traditions does Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Unity (Christian) families, among others.
How do families rate Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service?
Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service holds a 5.0-star rating across 104 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service apart
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance.
- Customized funeral and cremation services tailored to individual legacies.
- Specialized and comprehensive Veteran Funeral Services, including military honors and benefits assistance.
- Live stream services for remote participation and lasting memorial recordings.
- Dedicated pre-planning resources through 'Caring Decisions' to ensure wishes are honored.
- Experienced and licensed staff, including a first-generation funeral director and a pre-planning counselor fluent in Spanish.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Sunrise Chamber of Commerce
- · Unity of Fort Lauderdale Church
- · Florida Funeral Directors Association
- · Ohio Funeral Directors Association
- · The Executives' Association of Fort Lauderdale
- · Kiwanis of Oakland Park
- · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Chamber of Commerce
Specializations
- · Veteran Funeral Services
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Unity (Christian). Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Traditional), Vietnamese.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Baird-Case Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“The staff at Baird-Case Jordan-Fannin provided exceptional care and professionalism during my husband’s funeral service. From the very beginning, their attentiveness and compassion brought comfort to an incredibly difficult time. Rohaema Smith, Tarin Armstrong, and James Sweeney went above and beyond to make the entire process feel seamless. Their guidance, patience, and genuine concern ensured that every detail was handled with respect and dignity. I am deeply grateful for their support and would highly recommend their services to any family in need of thoughtful and professional care.”
“Google reviews: I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Baird-Case Jordan-Fannin Funeral Home & Cremation Service for their exceptional support during one of the most difficult times in my life. From the moment I walked through their doors, Rohaema and her team treated me with compassion, professionalism, and unwavering attention to detail. Every aspect of my husband's funeral arrangements was handled with care and precision. Rohaema’s calm presence and thoughtful guidance made the entire process feel less overwhelming, and her team ensured that nothing was overlooked. Their dedication to honoring my husband’s memory was truly touching. Thank you for helping me navigate this emotional journey with grace and dignity. Your kindness will never be forgotten.”
“Our family recently had the pleasure of working with Rohaema and staff. Their service was exceptional! The communication, attentiveness, attention to details, and timeliness were outstanding! I highly recommend Baird-Case funeral home with Rohaema’s leadership to assist you with your funeral services in the future.”
“Baird Case handle my uncles funeral and boy did they take care of our entire family. Know that my mother didn’t have to worry about a think meant a lot, especially with me being out of town. Rohaema and her entire staff made saying goodbye a celebration. It was something my uncle would have wanted, a celebration. Having an establishment listen and give you exactly what you ask for is a blessing and Rohaema and Baird Case was our blessing in the time of a storm. I will definitely refer families to Rohaema, she’s truly a treasure!”
“I know that death is a hard and painful experience and in losing my dad my world came to pieces. I just need to say thank you to Rohema she was outstanding from beginning to ending with every detail of my dad's arrangements. The attention to detail was immaculate my family will forever be greatful to the way were treated. Thank you thank you I trust them forever Bird-Case was very professional and comforting in all they did. My dad was handled with so much care and professionalism. The Graham Family”
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.