Veteran services at Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home
Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home in Great Falls, SC supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In their own words: "Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home assists families in obtaining VA burial benefits, memorial items, and military funeral honors, which include the playing of 'Taps,' a rifle detail, a color guard, and the presentation of the United States flag. They guide families through the process of filing claims for non-service-connected burial allowances (VA Form 21P-530) and requesting headstones or markers (VA Form 10-1330). The funeral home also provides information on Social Security survivor benefits for eligible family members." On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,585 for basic burial and $2,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, and veteran services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,625. That places direct cremation roughly 9% below the South Carolina median ($1,795). 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 Fort Jackson National Cemetery in SC, approximately 33 miles from Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home. Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
South Carolina has approximately 460 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,625. 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 Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home is located at 26 Underwood Avenue in Great Falls, SC. You can reach the home at (803) 482-6212. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home offer veteran families?
Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home provides traditional funeral service, cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, personalization, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home assists families in obtaining VA burial benefits, memorial items, and military funeral honors, which include the playing of 'Taps,' a rifle detail, a color guard, and the presentation of the United States flag. They guide families through the process of filing claims for non-service-connected burial allowances (VA Form 21P-530) and requesting headstones or markers (VA Form 10-1330). The funeral home also provides information on Social Security survivor benefits for eligible family members.
Which faith traditions does Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Church of God families, among others.
What sets Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home apart
- Established in 1966 as the first funeral home in Great Falls, South Carolina.
- Offers webcasting cameras in the chapel for remote participation in services.
- Provides comprehensive graveside equipment, including a tent, chairs, artificial grass, speaker podium, bottled water, tables, and a PA system.
- Founding Funeral Director James R. Baker has a notable history of public service, including two terms as Mayor of Great Falls and an appointment to the SC State Board of Funeral Service.
- Staff members are actively involved in local churches, including First Baptist, Lake Wateree Baptist, Charlesboro Baptist, and Great Falls Church of God.
- Offers detailed grief resources, including specific guidance tailored for children of different age groups.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Rollings Funeral Service, Inc.
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Baptist, Church of God.
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.