Veteran services at Coastal Cremations
Coastal Cremations in Carolina Shores, NC supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Coastal Cremations provides specialized services for veterans, including discounts and honors. They are affiliated with Treasured Veterans, indicating a commitment to serving military families." On-site amenities include reception rooms, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,995 for basic burial and $1,275 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation, veterans services, and memorial fund creation. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
Published pricing at Coastal Cremations: direct cremation from $895. That places direct cremation roughly 52% below the North Carolina median ($1,850). 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 Florence National Cemetery Annex in SC, approximately 69 miles from Coastal Cremations. Coastal Cremations can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
North Carolina has approximately 845 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Coastal Cremations is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Coastal Cremations cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $895. 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 Coastal Cremations located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Coastal Cremations is located at 10180 Ocean Hwy. W in Carolina Shores, NC. You can reach the home at (910) 579-5000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Coastal Cremations offer veteran families?
Coastal Cremations provides cremation, preplanning, immediate need services, veterans services, planning ahead, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Coastal Cremations help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Coastal Cremations provides specialized services for veterans, including discounts and honors. They are affiliated with Treasured Veterans, indicating a commitment to serving military families.
What sets Coastal Cremations apart
- Family-owned and operated with five locations in North Carolina.
- Licensed directors available 24/7.
- On-site crematories with Secure ID View for confirmed identifications.
- Multiple payment options, including affordable payment plans and crowdfunding.
- Veteran discounts and honors.
- Live-streaming options and digital arrangements.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Treasured Memories Network
Specializations
- · Cremation Services
- · Veteran Discounts and Honors
- · Online Arrangements
- · Live-streaming Options
- · Aftercare and Grief Support
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.