Veteran services at Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel
For veterans in Irmo, SC, Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel and large reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,885 for basic burial and $2,735 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, veterans services, and memorial keepsakes. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel: direct cremation from $2,270. That places direct cremation roughly 26% above 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 19 miles from Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel. 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 Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,270. 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 Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel is located at 7600 Woodrow Street in Irmo, SC. You can reach the home at (803) 732-2211. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel offer veteran families?
Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel provides pre-planning, grief support, celebration of life, funeral service, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Muslim, Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic Funeral Traditions families, among others.
What sets Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel apart
- 100% Service Guarantee: If dissatisfied with any service aspect, that portion will be refunded.
- Lifetime Flexibility: Prepaid plans can be changed, with staff available to discuss options.
- Relocation Protection: Prepaid plans are transferable to any qualifying Dignity Memorial provider in North America.
- Remote Arrangements: Complete funeral planning, including electronic signature, available by phone or email without a physical visit.
- Pet-Friendly Facility: The funeral home welcomes pets.
- Muslim Funeral Services: Specialized services and a dedicated Muslim cemetery section are available.
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Muslim, Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu, Christian (Protestant), Jewish, Black Funeral Traditions. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, French.
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.