Veteran services at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park
Valley of the Temples Memorial Park serves veteran families in Kaneohe, HI with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Published pricing lists $4,295 for basic burial and $1,895 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, cemetery arrangements, memorialization services, and veteran services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include memorial park and zen garden.
Published pricing at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park: direct cremation from $1,895. That places direct cremation roughly 30% above the Hawaii median ($1,460). 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 Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery in HI, about 4 miles from Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. 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 33 funeral homes in Hawaii. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,895. 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 Valley of the Temples Memorial Park located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Valley of the Temples Memorial Park is located at 47-200 Kahekili Hwy. in Kaneohe, HI. You can reach the home at (808) 239-8811. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Valley of the Temples Memorial Park offer veteran families?
Valley of the Temples Memorial Park provides funeral, cremation, cemetery arrangements, memorialization services, signature services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Valley of the Temples Memorial Park help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Valley of the Temples Memorial Park mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Valley of the Temples Memorial Park accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Buddhist, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Shinto families, among others.
What sets Valley of the Temples Memorial Park apart
- Features the Byodo-In Temple, a replica of a 950-year-old Japanese Buddhist temple, recognized as the Official Best Memorial Temple in Hawaii.
- Operates as a 240-acre memorial park with a Zen Garden, meditation pavilion, and Shinji-ike Reflection Pond.
- Offers comprehensive on-site services including funeral, cremation, and cemetery arrangements within one integrated location.
- Specializes in Veteran Services and is adjacent to the Hawai'i State Veterans Cemetery.
- Provides 24/7 phone assistance and modern options like online funeral arrangements and virtual appointments.
- Hosts and participates in cultural events such as the Ching Ming Spring Festival.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Ching Ming Spring Festival
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Buddhist, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Shinto.
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.