Veteran services at Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park, located in Saint Augustine, FL, assists those who served and their families. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $2,885 for basic burial and $1,800 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and honoring veterans. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include memorial park.
Published pricing at Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park: direct cremation from $1,750. That places direct cremation roughly 10% above the Florida median ($1,595). 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 Jacksonville National Cemetery in FL, about 52 miles from Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park. 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 1,014 funeral homes in Florida. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,750. 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 Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is located at 1475 Old Dixie Hwy. in Saint Augustine, FL. You can reach the home at (904) 824-1672. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park offer veteran families?
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park provides cremation, burial, honoring veterans, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park mentions VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian denominations, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park apart
- Family-owned and operated by the Craig family for over a century, with a history dating back to 1899.
- Owns and operates its own crematory at St. Augustine Memorial Park, allowing for direct control over the cremation process.
- Owns and operates St. Augustine Memorial Park, providing integrated funeral and burial services.
- Offers a 7,100 square foot facility designed to be family and children friendly, including soothing rooms.
- Provides comprehensive support beyond funeral services, including assistance with insurance, Social Security, and veterans' benefits.
- Historically provided private ambulance service to the St. Augustine community from 1918 until the mid-1970s.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
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On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian denominations, Catholic.
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.