Veteran services at The Island Funeral Home & Crematory
For veterans in Hilton Head Island, SC, The Island Funeral Home & Crematory coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include multiple chapels and reception room, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,610 for basic burial and $2,845 for direct cremation. The non-declinable service fee is $2,475. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Google shows 4.9 stars from 167 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, funeral & memorial services, prepaid cremation, veteran funeral specialists, memorial programs and stationery, and cremation urns. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include multiple chapels.
Published pricing at The Island Funeral Home & Crematory: direct cremation from $2,995 and basic burial from $3,610. That places direct cremation roughly 67% above the South Carolina median ($1,795). 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 Beaufort National Cemetery in SC, about 15 miles from The Island Funeral Home & Crematory. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
The Island Funeral Home & Crematory has a 4.9-star rating from 167 Google reviews.
We list about 460 funeral homes in South Carolina. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at The Island Funeral Home & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,995, basic burial starts at $3,610. 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 The Island Funeral Home & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
The Island Funeral Home & Crematory is located at 4 Cardinal Road in Hilton Head Island, SC. You can reach the home at (843) 681-4400. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does The Island Funeral Home & Crematory offer veteran families?
The Island Funeral Home & Crematory provides cremation services, funeral & memorial services, funeral preplanning, prepaid cremation, veteran funeral specialists, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does The Island Funeral Home & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, The Island Funeral Home & Crematory mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does The Island Funeral Home & Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Jewish (Kosher, Ritual Washing, Tahara Room), Multicultural (adaptable to various religious traditions) families, among others.
How do families rate The Island Funeral Home & Crematory?
The Island Funeral Home & Crematory holds a 4.9-star rating across 167 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets The Island Funeral Home & Crematory apart
- On-site crematory, ensuring loved ones remain in their care throughout the entire cremation process.
- Certified veteran funeral specialists who meticulously coordinate military honors.
- Specialization in multicultural funerals, including Kosher catering, ritual washing, and a Tahara Room.
- Expert event planners offering catered events, live music, and themed decor for celebrations of life.
- Recently renovated facility with multiple chapels, a reception room, and a private cremation viewing suite.
- Offers unique death care alternatives such as Memorial Diamonds and Parting Stones.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Prepaid Cremation
- · Home Delivery Of Ashes
- · Priority Mail Of Ashes
- · Cremation Urns
- · Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- · Cremation Keepsakes
- · Ash Scattering
- · Ritual Washing
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
Specialties
- · Veteran Funeral Specialists
- · Multicultural Funerals
- · Kosher Catering
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Jewish (Kosher, Ritual Washing, Tahara Room), Multicultural (adaptable to various religious traditions).
What families have said
Valerie's calm support helped a widower navigate sudden waves of grief after losing his wife of 44 years. Staff coordinated services with grace, and multiple families noted how they handled arrangements with genuine understanding throughout.
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.