Fouche's Hudson Funeral Home

Veteran services at Fouche's Hudson Funeral Home

For veterans in Oakland, CA, Fouche's Hudson Funeral Home coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, flag presentation, VA benefits paperwork, veterans cemetery burial, and government headstones. On-site amenities include chapel of peace and reception / repast room, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,620 for basic burial and $1,960 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.2 stars from 32 reviews.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, and military funeral honors. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include fountain and garden and chapel of peace.

Published pricing at Fouche's Hudson Funeral Home: direct cremation from $1,960. That places direct cremation roughly 21% above the California median ($1,617). 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 Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in CA, about 46 miles from Fouche's Hudson 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.

Fouche's Hudson Funeral Home has a 4.2-star rating from 32 Google reviews.

We list about 1,115 funeral homes in California. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Fouche's Hudson Funeral Home apart

• Oldest independently owned African American funeral home in the Far Western Region of the United States, established in 1915.
• Historical role as a proponent of the Civil Rights Movement, utilizing business profits to finance families, churches, organizations, and civil rights platforms.
• Cofounded Trans Bay Federal Savings and Loan of San Francisco and First National Bank of Oakland to provide financial assistance to the Black community.
• Offers "Rest of Life Planning" with free group forums on Wills and Trusts, Estate Planning, Long Term Care, and Elder Abuse Awareness.
• Established the Fouché Foundation Fund, providing grants for training/skills programs, entrepreneurial ventures, or degree attainment.
• Features distinctive A-Frame architecture, a Mirror of Reflection Fountain and Garden, and a Chapel of Peace.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: African Methodist Episcopal, Baptist, Catholic, Christian (Non-denominational), Episcopal, Jewish, Methodist, Muslim, Pentecostal, Presbyterian.

What families have said

Tammy Hardy counseled multiple families through arrangements with exceptional service. Reviews highlight Fouche's welcoming environment and attentive staff, though one family experienced communication gaps significant enough to seek another provider.

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.