Veteran services at Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel
Veteran families in North Lauderdale, FL can turn to Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include funeral chapel, large-capacity chapel, and reception room, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,220 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, in-ground burial, cremation niches, cremation benches, veterans planning, and military funeral honors. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include funeral chapel, large-capacity chapel, veterans cemetery section, columbarium, and gardens.
Published pricing at Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel: direct cremation from $2,220. That places direct cremation roughly 39% above the Florida median ($1,595). 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 South Florida National Cemetery in FL, about 26 miles from Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel. 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 1,014 funeral homes in Florida. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,220. 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 Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel is located at 7701 Bailey Rd. in North Lauderdale, FL. You can reach the home at (954) 722-9000. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel offer veteran families?
Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel provides jewish funeral services, catering, event planning, funeral service video production, audio and video equipment, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Orthodox Judaism, Conservative Judaism, Reform Judaism, Secular Judaism, Interfaith Marriages families, among others.
What sets Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Chapel apart
- Specialization in Jewish funeral and burial traditions, including Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, and Secular Judaism, as well as interfaith marriages.
- Comprehensive on-site services with an 80-acre memorial garden and a modern funeral chapel, providing a single location for all arrangements.
- Dedicated services such as *shomer* (watcher services), *tahara* (ritual washing), and kosher catering, reflecting deep knowledge of Jewish customs.
- Offers a private space for unveiling ceremonies, distinct from the main chapel area.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · In-Ground Burial
Cremation
- · Ritual Washing
- · Cremation
- · Cremation Niches
- · Cremation Benches
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Jewish Funeral Services
- · Jewish Cemetery Section
- · Orthodox Judaism
- · Conservative Judaism
- · Reform Judaism
- · Secular Judaism
- · Interfaith Marriages
- · Multicultural Funerals
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Orthodox Judaism, Conservative Judaism, Reform Judaism, Secular Judaism, Interfaith Marriages, Multicultural Funerals. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish/Español, French/Français.
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.