Veteran services at Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc.
Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. serves veteran families in Water Valley, MS with military funeral planning. In their own words: "Seven Oaks Funeral Home offers specific services for veterans, including assistance with burial benefits. They provide a 'Veterans' Burial Benefits eBook' to help families understand available options and support." On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,095 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Community feedback sits at 4.7 stars from 31 reviews.
Veteran-related services offered include direct burial, memorial service, direct cremation, cremation with memorial service, cremation with viewing, and burial services. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include on-site chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc.: direct cremation from $1,800. That places direct cremation roughly 10% below the Mississippi median ($1,995). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery - Kilmichael in MS, approximately 42 miles from Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc.. Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. holds a 4.7-star rating from 31 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Mississippi has approximately 385 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,800. 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 Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 12760 Hwy. 32 W in Water Valley, MS. You can reach the home at (662) 473-2363. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. offer veteran families?
Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. provides direct burial, memorial service, traditional service, direct cremation, cremation with memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Seven Oaks Funeral Home offers specific services for veterans, including assistance with burial benefits. They provide a 'Veterans' Burial Benefits eBook' to help families understand available options and support.
Which faith traditions does Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Methodist, Assembly of God families, among others.
How do families rate Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc.?
Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. holds a 4.7-star rating across 31 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc. apart
- Over 140 years of continuous operation, with a detailed historical lineage in Water Valley, MS.
- Offers funeral funding assistance through LendingUSA, endorsed by the National Funeral Directors Association.
- Provides specialized Veterans Services, including a dedicated 'Veterans' Burial Benefits eBook'.
- Owner and Managing Director, Billy Childs, is an ordained Gospel Minister and active in local church and community organizations.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Direct Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
- · Cremation With Viewing
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association
Specializations
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Baptist, Methodist, Assembly of God.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc.. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“My dad passed recently and Billy and his crew went out of their way all the way to Jackson Tn to bring my dad home to have everything taken care of. That alone was honoring my dad. They worked very hard with me even on off days to make sure everything was taken care of. We also used them when my mother passed and everything was very well handled for her as well. My entire family has used Seven Oaks at some point and we will continue to use them. Thank yall for serving my family in such a difficult time”
“"During our time of grief, Seven Oaks provided exceptional care and support. Their staff was compassionate, understanding, and attentive to our every need. They guided us through the process with patience and sensitivity, ensuring that every detail was handled with the utmost respect. The funeral service was a beautiful tribute to our dad, and we are grateful for the comfort and peace it brought to us. We highly recommend Seven Oaks for their professionalism, compassion, and dedication to families in need." We could not have asked for anything more than they provided. Thank you so much.”
“Bro. Billy Childs and his staff took great care of our needs when I lost my son Jason. They were very caring, professional and friendly.”
“Billy an his staff are remarkable an such a great help in this time of despair .They was so very thoughtful to the family an friends , also in making arrangements very helpful . Top notch”
“During our lost of a great man in every meaning of "GREAT"! Everyone at Seven Oaks Funeral Home showed, gave, respected, and gave our family all the love and care during this time. The dignity they provided for my husband was an experience that gave me so much comfort. I truly thank all of you for all that you do!!!!”
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.