Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Funeral Home - Lake Worth Memory Gardens

Veteran services at Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Funeral Home - Lake Worth Memory Gardens

Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Funeral Home - Lake Worth Memory Gardens in Lake Worth, FL supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include large reception area, flexible chapel space, and multiple chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,220 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, traditional burial, burial, veterans planning, memorial keepsakes, and cemetery flower arrangement delivery. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include veterans cemetery section, flexible chapel space, multiple chapels, large-capacity chapel, and scattering garden.

Published pricing at Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Funeral Home - Lake Worth Memory Gardens: direct cremation from $2,220. That places direct cremation roughly 39% 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 South Florida National Cemetery in FL, about 7 miles from Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Funeral Home - Lake Worth Memory Gardens. 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 sets Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Funeral Home - Lake Worth Memory Gardens apart

• Operates as a combined funeral home and on-site cemetery (Lake Worth Memory Gardens), providing a single location for all funeral and burial arrangements.
• Offers extensive specialization in multicultural and religious traditions, including dedicated Muslim and Jewish cemetery sections, ritual washing, Shomer/Watcher services, and kosher catering.
• Features a large-capacity chapel capable of seating up to 500 guests, along with multiple flexible event spaces and an outdoor event venue for personalized celebrations.
• Provides highly personalized celebration of life services, incorporating unique elements like specific vehicles, themed decor, and personal hobbies to reflect a loved one's individuality.
• As part of the Dignity Memorial network, offers a 100% service guarantee, national transferability of pre-arranged services, bereavement travel assistance, and access to a 24-hour grief counseling helpline.
• Facilitates comprehensive funeral planning remotely, including arrangements by phone or email with electronic signature options.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Muslim, Jewish, Catholic, Christian. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish.

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.