Veteran services at Palmetto Cremation Society
For veterans in North Charleston, SC, Palmetto Cremation Society coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. Published pricing lists $4,885 for basic burial and $895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.8 stars from 134 reviews.
Published pricing at Palmetto Cremation Society: direct cremation from $895. That places direct cremation roughly 50% below 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 Beaufort National Cemetery in SC, about 51 miles from Palmetto Cremation Society. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Palmetto Cremation Society has a 4.8-star rating from 134 Google reviews.
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 Palmetto Cremation Society cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $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 Palmetto Cremation Society located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Palmetto Cremation Society is located at 5638 North Rhett Ave. in North Charleston, SC. You can reach the home at (843) 722-2555. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
Does Palmetto Cremation Society offer cremation for veterans?
Yes. Direct cremation at Palmetto Cremation Society starts at $895. Cremated veterans remain eligible for inurnment in a VA national cemetery.
Does Palmetto Cremation Society help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Palmetto Cremation Society mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
How do families rate Palmetto Cremation Society?
Palmetto Cremation Society holds a 4.8-star rating across 134 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Palmetto Cremation Society apart
- Oldest crematory in the Greater Charleston Area, established in 1982.
- Specializes in simple, no-frills, and cost-conscious cremation services.
- Offers direct cremation starting at $895, which is significantly below the regional average.
- Provides specialized veteran's plans and military honors.
- Operates 24/7, offering continuous availability for families.
Religious traditions and languages
Languages spoken at the home: English.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Palmetto Cremation Society, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“Thank you for your caring, efficient, low pressure service when taking care of my mom’s cremation. My husband and I have changed our future arrangements to Palmetto based on this interaction. Thank you.”
“Dignity Memorial provided compassionate, professional, and respectful care during one of the most difficult times of my life. From the very beginning, their team treated my son and our family with dignity, kindness, and genuine empathy. They explained each step of the cremation process clearly and handled everything with great care, which gave me peace of mind when I needed it most. I am deeply grateful for their support, sensitivity, and the comfort they provided during such a painful moment.”
“My son died in a different state than we lived in. And Palmetto was so good about helping me out with everything I needed to do and know. I would highly recommend them.”
“A calm, caring experience. There is no substitute for an understanding heart at a time of grief and loss. You will find those qualities at Palmetto Cremation Society.”
“My Brother in Law just passed away 2 days ago. This place would not allow my husband, his sister or his daughter to view his body. I called them and the lady answering the phone was very nice and said she would have them call me. I never got a return call. They told his wife that it was not permitted. She could only see him to ID his body. No compassion to his siblings and daughter.”
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.