Evan W. Smith Funeral Services

Veteran services at Evan W. Smith Funeral Services

For veterans in Wilmington, DE, Evan W. Smith Funeral Services coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In their own words: "Evan W. Smith Funeral Services offers dedicated veteran services. Additionally, Delaware Hospice, a partner for grief support, is recognized as a Level 4 We Honor Veterans partner." On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,975 for basic burial and $1,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

Veteran-related services offered include cremation, memorial services, burial 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 Evan W. Smith Funeral Services: direct cremation from $1,895. That places direct cremation roughly 24% below the Delaware median ($2,497). 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 Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery - New Castle County in DE, approximately 30 miles from Evan W. Smith Funeral Services. Evan W. Smith Funeral Services can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

Delaware has approximately 68 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Evan W. Smith Funeral Services is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Evan W. Smith Funeral Services cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,895. 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 Evan W. Smith Funeral Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Evan W. Smith Funeral Services is located at 201 North Union St. in Wilmington, DE. You can reach the home at (302) 377-6906. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Evan W. Smith Funeral Services offer veteran families?

Evan W. Smith Funeral Services provides traditional funerals, cremation, memorial services, preplanning, grief counseling, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Evan W. Smith Funeral Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?

Evan W. Smith Funeral Services offers dedicated veteran services. Additionally, Delaware Hospice, a partner for grief support, is recognized as a Level 4 We Honor Veterans partner.

Which faith traditions does Evan W. Smith Funeral Services accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Christianity, African Methodist Episcopal, Baptist, Catholic families, among others.

What sets Evan W. Smith Funeral Services apart

Specialization in African American cultural traditions and 'homegoing' celebrations, with a deep understanding of their significance in faith, music, and community.
Availability of Spanish-speaking services to accommodate diverse linguistic needs.
A drive-by viewing window at the Wilmington location, offering a unique option for visitation.
Live stream services provided at both Wilmington and Dover locations, enabling remote attendance for family and friends.
On-site chapels designed as dignified alternatives to formal church settings for services.
Comprehensive grief counseling, including spiritual guidance through church partners and non-spiritual support via non-profit organizations.

Military & veteran services offered

★Memorial Services

★Veteran Services

Burial & cremation services

Burial

· Burial Service

Cremation

· Cremation

On-site facilities

· Chapel

· Visitation Rooms

· Courtesy Rooms

· Drive-By Viewing Window

· Handicapped-Accessible Facility

· Foyer

· Live Stream Services

Affiliations & specializations

Specializations

· African American Families
· Spanish-Speaking

Religious traditions & languages

Religious traditions accommodated: Christianity, African Methodist Episcopal, Baptist, Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish, English.

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How 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.