Veteran services at The Unity Mortuary of Anderson
Veteran families in Anderson, SC can turn to The Unity Mortuary of Anderson for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include mortuary chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,830 for basic burial and $1,050 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: honoring life, burials, cremation, and veteran's services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include on-site memorial options and mortuary chapel.
Published pricing at The Unity Mortuary of Anderson: direct cremation from $1,050. That places direct cremation roughly 42% below 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 M.J. Dolly Cooper Veterans Cemetery in SC, about 4 miles from The Unity Mortuary of Anderson. 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 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 Unity Mortuary of Anderson cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,050. 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 Unity Mortuary of Anderson located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
The Unity Mortuary of Anderson is located at 401 South Fant St. in Anderson, SC. You can reach the home at (864) 260-0063. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does The Unity Mortuary of Anderson offer veteran families?
The Unity Mortuary of Anderson provides honoring life, design a healing experience, funerals, burials, cremation, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does The Unity Mortuary of Anderson help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, The Unity Mortuary of Anderson mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does The Unity Mortuary of Anderson accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (various denominations), Baptist families, among others.
What sets The Unity Mortuary of Anderson apart
- Commitment to keeping costs affordable for families.
- Knowledgeable directors who guide families through every step of the arrangement process.
- Offers both Anderson and Williamston locations for convenience.
- Specialization in Veteran's Services and Military Honors.
- Provision of green burial services.
- Comprehensive grief support programs.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran services
- · Military Honors services
- · Green burial services
- · Culturally sensitive care
- · Masonic rites
- · Religious leadership
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (various denominations), Baptist.
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.