Veteran services at Heritage Memorial Services
Heritage Memorial Services serves veteran families in Huntington Beach, CA with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. Published pricing lists $2,895 for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.7 stars from 15 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorialization options, veteran funeral services, and burial services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Heritage Memorial Services: direct cremation from $2,270. That places direct cremation roughly 40% 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 Los Angeles National Cemetery Annex in CA, about 36 miles from Heritage Memorial Services. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Heritage Memorial Services has a 4.7-star rating from 15 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 does a funeral at Heritage Memorial Services 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 Heritage Memorial Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Heritage Memorial Services is located at 17712 Beach Boulevard in Huntington Beach, CA. You can reach the home at (714) 842-2400. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Heritage Memorial Services offer veteran families?
Heritage Memorial Services provides funeral services, cremation services, memorialization options, pre plan funeral services, immediate need services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Heritage Memorial Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Heritage Memorial Services mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Heritage Memorial Services accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All faiths, cultures, and traditions families, among others.
How do families rate Heritage Memorial Services?
Heritage Memorial Services holds a 4.7-star rating across 15 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Heritage Memorial Services apart
- Personalized tributes and customized funeral and cremation services to celebrate unique lives.
- Pre-planning services through their "Caring Decisions" program, ensuring wishes are honored and providing peace of mind.
- Specialization in Veteran Funeral Services, tailored to honor military service members.
- Facility designed with light, airy decor and personal touches to create a soothing and welcoming environment.
- Affiliation with Dilday Brothers Funeral Directors (Heritage-Dilday), indicating a strong local presence and history.
- Multilingual website accessibility options for Arabic, Chinese (Traditional), Spanish, and Vietnamese speakers, in addition to English.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Dilday Brothers Funeral Directors
- · Heritage-Dilday
Specialties
- · Memories By Design Program
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All faiths, cultures, and traditions. Languages spoken at the home: English, Arabic, Chinese (Traditional), Spanish, Vietnamese.
What families have said
Cesar made Buddhist service arrangements personal and manageable, guiding families through planning even during Covid restrictions. One facility administrator experienced a seven-hour wait for remains pickup against an initial two-hour estimate.
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.