Veteran services at Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home
Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home in Great Falls, SC supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. 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.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial service, graveside service, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
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). 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 Fort Jackson National Cemetery in SC, about 33 miles from Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home. 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 460 funeral homes in South Carolina. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
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?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, and government headstones. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
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 and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Rollings Funeral Service, Inc.
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Church of God.
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.