Veteran services at Borthwick Kauai Mortuary
Borthwick Kauai Mortuary in Koloa, HI 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, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,595 for basic burial and $2,418 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, veterans planning, memorial keepsakes, and cremation remembrance jewelry. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel and gardens.
Published pricing at Borthwick Kauai Mortuary: direct cremation from $2,418. That places direct cremation roughly 66% above the Hawaii median ($1,460). 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 Kauai Veterans Cemetery in HI, about 9 miles from Borthwick Kauai 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 33 funeral homes in Hawaii. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Borthwick Kauai Mortuary cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,418. 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 Borthwick Kauai Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Borthwick Kauai Mortuary is located at 3168 Poipu Rd. in Koloa, HI. You can reach the home at (808) 742-7551. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Borthwick Kauai Mortuary offer veteran families?
Borthwick Kauai Mortuary provides pre-planning, grief support, celebration of life, funeral service, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Borthwick Kauai Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Borthwick Kauai 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.
Which faith traditions does Borthwick Kauai Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Non-denominational, Asian Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic Traditions families, among others.
What sets Borthwick Kauai Mortuary apart
- Long-standing presence on Kauaʻi since 1928, reflecting local history through plantation-style architecture.
- Non-denominational services accommodating a wide array of religious and cultural traditions, with specific resources for Asian, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, and Protestant funeral customs.
- On-site cremation services, including options for cremation remembrance jewelry and mail delivery of ashes.
- Public Servants Program offering no-cost funeral tributes and counseling for fallen law enforcement, firefighters, and emergency personnel.
- Affiliation with the Dignity Memorial network, providing exclusive benefits such as the Relocation Protection Program.
- Chapel with seating for up to 150 guests, equipped with audiovisual technology, and an outdoor dining area for catered receptions.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- · Mail Delivery of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Public Servants Program
- · Non-Denominational Services
- · Cultural Traditions
- · Religious Traditions
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Non-denominational, Asian Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic Traditions, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, Protestant (Christian). Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
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.