Veteran services at Diamond Head Mortuary
For veterans in Honolulu, HI, Diamond Head Mortuary coordinates military honors and burial benefits. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. On-site amenities include chapel and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $1,795 for basic burial and $995 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, cemetery arrangements, veteran services, memorialization services, and burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel and zen garden.
Published pricing at Diamond Head Mortuary: direct cremation from $995. That places direct cremation roughly 32% below 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 4 miles from Diamond Head 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 Diamond Head Mortuary cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $995. 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 Diamond Head Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Diamond Head Mortuary is located at 535 18Th Avenue in Honolulu, HI. You can reach the home at (808) 735-2872. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Diamond Head Mortuary offer veteran families?
Diamond Head Mortuary provides full-service funerals, cremation, cemetery arrangements, traditional hawaiian customs, diverse cultural traditions, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Diamond Head Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Diamond Head Mortuary assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Diamond Head Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (various denominations), Catholic, Buddhist, All Religions (as stated by affiliate Valley of the Temples) families, among others.
What sets Diamond Head Mortuary apart
- Carries the legacy of Williams Funeral Services, established in 1859, making it the oldest funeral service provider in Hawaii.
- Specializes in incorporating traditional Hawaiian customs and diverse cultural traditions for multicultural families.
- Offers a "one-stop convenience" with an expansive funeral home, cemetery, and crematory through its partnership with Valley of the Temples Memorial Park.
- Provides 24/7/365 phone support for immediate needs and offers virtual appointments for arrangements.
- Features comprehensive online grief support resources, including interactive videos, daily email affirmations, and guides for adults and children.
- Offers pre-planning services that are transferable to any funeral home in the United States.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Williams Funeral Services
- · Valley of the Temples Memorial Park & Crematory
- · Byodo-In Temple
Specialties
- · Honoring Veterans
- · Multicultural Families
- · Hawaiian Customs
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (various denominations), Catholic, Buddhist, All Religions (as stated by affiliate Valley of the Temples).
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.