Veteran services at Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations
For veterans in Tavares, FL, Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Published pricing lists $4,995 for basic burial and $1,295 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation arrangements, cemetery arrangements, veteran services, graveside service, and memorialization services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations: direct cremation from $1,295. That places direct cremation roughly 19% below 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 Florida National Cemetery in FL, about 33 miles from Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations. 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 Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,295. 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 Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations is located at 226 East Burleigh Boulevard in Tavares, FL. You can reach the home at (352) 343-4444. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations offer veteran families?
Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations provides funeral arrangements, cremation arrangements, cemetery arrangements, veteran services, preplanning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Reformed (Independent), Presbyterian (PCUSA), United Methodist, All Religions (as stated by Lakeside Memory Gardens) families, among others.
What sets Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations apart
- Over a century of service to the Eustis community, established in 1915.
- Continuous local management since 1974, ensuring deep community roots and personalized attention.
- Features an on-site Lake-Sumter Crematory with advanced technology, a dedicated witness area, and secured digital tracking, controlling the entire cremation process in-house.
- Offers comprehensive full-service arrangements covering funeral, cremation, and cemetery needs.
- Provides 24/7/365 support staff for immediate assistance and guidance.
- Facilitates modern conveniences such as online funerals and virtual appointments for remote family participation.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
- · Committal Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Arrangements
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Cornerstone Hospice
- · Toys for Tots
- · Eustis Chamber of Commerce
- · Eustis Rotary Club
- · First Baptist Church of Umatilla
- · Special Olympics
- · St. Andrews Chapel in Sanford, Florida
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Baptist, Reformed (Independent), Presbyterian (PCUSA), United Methodist, All Religions (as stated by Lakeside Memory Gardens).
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.