Veteran services at Saint Bernard Memorial Garden
For veterans in Chalmette, LA, Saint Bernard Memorial Garden coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include large-capacity chapel, large reception area, and chapel mausoleum, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,995 for basic burial and $2,300 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 4.8 stars across 118 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation service, burial service, veterans planning, memorial keepsakes, cremation remembrance jewelry, and cremation niches. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large-capacity chapel, chapel mausoleum, glass-front niches, veterans area, and garden of the resurrection.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in LA, about 26 miles from Saint Bernard Memorial Garden. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Saint Bernard Memorial Garden has a 4.8-star rating from 118 Google reviews.
We list about 373 funeral homes in Louisiana. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
Does Saint Bernard Memorial Garden publish funeral prices?
Saint Bernard Memorial Garden has not posted a full price list online. Under the FTC Funeral Rule it must provide itemized pricing on request, so call (309) 691-3456 and ask how VA burial benefits apply.
Where is Saint Bernard Memorial Garden located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Saint Bernard Memorial Garden is located at 701 West Virtue Street in Chalmette, LA. You can reach the home at (309) 691-3456. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Saint Bernard Memorial Garden offer veteran families?
Saint Bernard Memorial Garden provides funeral service, cremation service, burial service, pre-planning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Saint Bernard Memorial Garden help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Saint Bernard Memorial Garden mentions veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Saint Bernard Memorial Garden accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Catholic, Vietnamese Christian denominations families, among others.
How do families rate Saint Bernard Memorial Garden?
Saint Bernard Memorial Garden holds a 4.8-star rating across 118 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Saint Bernard Memorial Garden apart
- Magnificent stained-glass magnolia window, a Louisiana state symbol, which survived Hurricane Katrina.
- On-site St. Bernard Memorial Gardens cemetery offering diverse burial and cremation interment options, including a dedicated Veterans Area with military branch monuments.
- Vietnamese-speaking counselor available to serve the local Vietnamese population and facilitate culturally specific funeral arrangements.
- Two flexible gathering spaces, including the Magnolia Room for catered events, allowing for personalized receptions with local New Orleans cuisine options.
- Hurricane Katrina monument on the cemetery grounds, commemorating the storm's impact and the community's recovery.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Service
- · Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- · Cremation Niches
- · Home Delivery of Ashes
- · Mail Delivery of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Vietnamese Funeral Arrangements
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Catholic, Vietnamese Christian denominations. Languages spoken at the home: English, Vietnamese.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Saint Bernard Memorial Garden, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“From start to finish the team at St bernard memorial funeral home was so helpful. They coordinated with the Veterans Cemetery every step of the way. We didn't have to stress or worry. We would suggest their services for anyone's love ones final arrangements. Thank you again Heidi for all your help. The Eagerton family”
“My wife got taken care of with St. Bernard Funeral Home. I was really upset but they made it worth it. They took my wife and cremation was great. They worked everything out.so that I didn't have to worry. My feelings where their first consideration. I never thought this would happen but it very nice the way they took care of her. I would for sure recommend St. Bernard Funeral Home.”
“Made my mom's arrangements while she is alive and had the say so of what she wanted. Mr. Jude was very patient, professional, and answered all our questions and our needs. Very happy with St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home & Gardens. 5 Star ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
“We recently had a funeral here and it was a tragic death. Not knowing what to do, where to go or what to think. They guided up the whole way through it. From the minute we walked in to the burial day. I can not thank them enough for their whole staffs professionalism and empathy they all show us. Above and beyond a 5 star treatment.”
“Alan was beyond helpful. Very caring and compassionate. He made sure every single detail was accounted for and really made this process a lot easier than it could have been. We cannot thank him or this funeral home enough for their grace towards us. Thank you again, Alan!”
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.