Veteran services at Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc.
Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc., located in Melrose, FL, assists those who served and their families. In their own words: "Phillip & Sons offers specialized services for veterans, including assistance with obtaining headstones and burial flags. They also provide information and support regarding veteran benefits and resources." Published pricing lists $2,855 for basic burial and $2,295 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Community feedback sits at 4.8 stars from 59 reviews.
Veteran-related services offered include cremations, memorials, burials, green burials, and veterans services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Jacksonville National Cemetery in FL, approximately 59 miles from Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc.. Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. holds a 4.8-star rating from 59 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Florida has approximately 1,014 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. is among them.
Frequently asked questions
Does Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. publish funeral prices?
Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request — call (352) 475-2000, and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. is located at 310 State Road 26 in Melrose, FL. You can reach the home at (352) 475-2000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. offer veteran families?
Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. provides cremations, memorials, traditional funeral, burials, green burials, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Phillip & Sons offers specialized services for veterans, including assistance with obtaining headstones and burial flags. They also provide information and support regarding veteran benefits and resources.
Which faith traditions does Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Methodist, Episcopal families, among others.
How do families rate Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc.?
Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. holds a 4.8-star rating across 59 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc. apart
- Family-owned and operated, continuing the legacy of founder Bernard S. Phillip II with his sons actively involved.
- Specialization in green burials, explicitly partnering with Prairie Creek Conservation Cemetery, a highly-rated conservation cemetery.
- Comprehensive veteran services, including assistance with headstones and burial flags.
- Guidance on FEMA Funeral Assistance for COVID-19 related expenses.
- Extensive professional and community affiliations, including national and state funeral director associations, and local community boards.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
- · Green Burials
Cremation
- · Cremations
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Independent Funeral Directors of Florida
- · Florida Morticians Association 3rd District
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association
Specializations
- · Honoring Our Veterans
- · Green Burials
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Baptist, Methodist, Episcopal.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Phillip & Sons, The Funeral Directors, Inc.. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“During our season of loss, our family found a sanctuary of peace and professionalism with Phillip & Sons. It was clear from our first interaction that they embody their mission of Service Beyond Expectation as a deeply held conviction. The team exhibited a rare combination of meticulous attentiveness and genuine warmth. They didn't just coordinate a service; they took the time to truly know our loved one and expectations, ensuring that every detail was a dignified reflection of his life and legacy. During the times when we felt most overwhelmed, their staff stepped in with a quiet, steady strength, guiding us through difficult decisions with patience and compassion that we will never forget. They truly went above and beyond, handling the logistics with such grace that we were able to focus entirely on honoring our family member. We are forever grateful for the safe space they provided for us to grieve and the exceptional care and service they showed our entire family went above and beyond. For anyone navigating the pain of loss, Phillip & Sons provides more than a service, they provide a ministry of comfort.”
“Phillip & Sons recently managed my mom's viewing and graveside services in Melrose, FL. From the first conversation until the interment the staff was helpful, compassionate, loving and professional. They looked after every detail as if my mom, was one of their family members. Mom's passing was difficult the staff and their services at Phillip & Sons was the bright light that got us through. I highly recommend Phillip and Sons.”
“We recently trusted Phillip's & Sons with the arrangements for our Dad and we are deeply grateful for the exceptional care and support they provided. From the moment we walked in, we were met with warmth, compassion, and professionalism. The staff went above and beyond to ensure every detail was taken care of. Their guidance and kindness during such a difficult time meant the world to us. Thank you for helping us honor our loved one with dignity and grace.”
“I highly recommend Philips & Sons The Funeral Directors. For such a difficult time for my family, they provided a truly seamless experience. My mother’s life was one of peace, strength, poise, and grace-her celebration of life service epitomized that! They were exceptional!”
“On behalf of the family of Mr. Andrew Jackson, We would like to send a heartfelt Thank You to Bernard & the entire staff of Phillip & Sons. From the beginning to the end our needs and expectations were met and exceeded! The process was so easy as Bernard “understood the assignment”! Everything was both crisp and dignified! We can’t say thank you enough! We the family highly recommend entrusting your loved one to the care of Phillip & Sons.”
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow 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.