Veteran services at Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory
Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory in Gaffney, SC supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. On-site amenities include chapel and parking facilities, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,195 for basic burial and $1,395 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: graveside service, memorial service, and cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory: direct cremation from $1,395. That places direct cremation roughly 22% below the South Carolina median ($1,795). 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 Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in NC, about 51 miles from Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory. 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 460 funeral homes in South Carolina. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,395. 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 Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory is located at 1047 Chesnee Hwy. in Gaffney, SC. You can reach the home at (864) 488-1141. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory offer veteran families?
Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory provides traditional service, graveside service, memorial service, cremation, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory 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.
Which faith traditions does Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian families, among others.
What sets Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory apart
- Family-owned and Christ-centered approach to funeral services.
- On-site crematory for direct cremation services.
- Extensive online grief resources, including the 'Griefwords Online Library' with articles by Dr. Alan Wolfelt.
- Emphasis on personalized and meaningful ceremonies tailored to individual lives.
- Comprehensive pre-planning options to alleviate family burden and potentially lock in costs.
- Handicapped accessible facilities for all visitors.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
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Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian. 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.