Veteran services at Borthwick Mortuary
Borthwick Mortuary, located in Honolulu, HI, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include flexible chapel space, multiple chapels, and large-capacity chapel (up to 250), suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $3,150 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, military funeral honors, and celestis memorial spaceflight. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include flexible chapel space, multiple chapels, large-capacity chapel (up to 250), makai chapel, and mauka chapel.
Published pricing at Borthwick Mortuary: direct cremation from $3,150. That places direct cremation roughly 116% 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 National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in HI, about 1 miles from Borthwick 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 Mortuary cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,150. 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 Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Borthwick Mortuary is located at 1330 Maunakea St. in Honolulu, HI. You can reach the home at (808) 522-5200. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Borthwick Mortuary offer veteran families?
Borthwick Mortuary provides pre-planning, grief support, celebration of life, funeral service, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Borthwick Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Borthwick Mortuary mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Borthwick Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Chinese, Japanese Buddhist, Laotian Buddhist, Taoist families, among others.
What sets Borthwick Mortuary apart
- Over 100 years of continuous service in Honolulu, established 1916.
- Four flexible chapels, including the Maunakea/Vineyard Chapel seating up to 400 guests.
- On-site crematory with a guaranteed custody-of-care program and CANA-certified operators.
- Extensive specialization in diverse religious and cultural traditions, including Christian, Chinese, Japanese Buddhist, Laotian Buddhist, Taoist, Muslim, Jewish, Hindu, and LDS Faith funerals.
- Offers unique memorialization options like Celestis Memorial Spaceflight and cremation remembrance jewelry.
- Active community involvement, including partnerships with veteran organizations and the Public Servants Program for fallen first responders.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Scattering Ashes
- · Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- · Mail Delivery Of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Christian Funerals
- · Chinese Funerals
- · Japanese Buddhist Funerals
- · Laotian Buddhist Funerals
- · Taoist Funerals
- · Muslim Funerals
- · Jewish Funerals
- · Hindu Funerals
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Chinese, Japanese Buddhist, Laotian Buddhist, Taoist, Muslim, Jewish, Hindu, LDS Faith, Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Cantonese.
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.