Veteran services at McDougald Funeral Home Services
McDougald Funeral Home Services in Anderson, SC supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. On-site amenities include on_site_chapel and reception_space, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $7,230 for basic burial and $4,035 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation and burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on_site_chapel and columbarium.
Published pricing at McDougald Funeral Home Services: direct cremation from $4,035. That places direct cremation roughly 125% 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 M.J. Dolly Cooper Veterans Cemetery in SC, about 6 miles from McDougald Funeral Home 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.
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 McDougald Funeral Home Services cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,035. 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 McDougald Funeral Home Services located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
McDougald Funeral Home Services is located at 2211 North Main St. in Anderson, SC. You can reach the home at (864) 224-4343. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does McDougald Funeral Home Services offer veteran families?
McDougald Funeral Home Services provides cremation, burial, pre_planning_services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does McDougald Funeral Home Services help veterans with VA burial benefits?
McDougald Funeral Home Services assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
What sets McDougald Funeral Home Services apart
- Three generations of continuous family leadership since 1920, with a deep-rooted history in Anderson, SC.
- Ownership and operation of two perpetual care cemeteries, Forest Lawn Memorial Park and Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, providing comprehensive burial and memorialization options.
- The McDougald Family Center, offering a dedicated space for post-service gatherings, meals, and fellowship with catering options and hostess assistance.
- The McDougald Pendleton Cremation Center, a versatile facility designed for diverse ceremonies, receptions, and gatherings, including a private garden patio.
- A specialized Veterans Garden at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, offering free traditional ground burial for veterans or discounts on other memorialization options, allowing use of VA-provided memorials.
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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.