Veteran services at Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service
Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service serves veteran families in Charlotte, NC with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include flexible chapel space, chapel, and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,976 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. On Google it averages 5.0 stars across 22 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation, burial, veterans planning, online memorial, securing burial permits, and cremation remembrance jewelry. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include flexible chapel space, chapel, and gardens.
Published pricing at Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service: direct cremation from $2,216. That places direct cremation roughly 20% above the North Carolina median ($1,850). 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 Salisbury National Cemetery Annex in NC, about 37 miles from Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service has a 5.0-star rating from 22 Google reviews.
We list about 845 funeral homes in North Carolina. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,216. 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 Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service is located at 5301 Albemarle Road in Charlotte, NC. You can reach the home at (704) 568-2106. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service offer veteran families?
Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service provides cremation, burial, funeral service video production, arrangements by phone or email, multicultural funerals, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Catholic, Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish families, among others.
How do families rate Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service?
Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service holds a 5.0-star rating across 22 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service apart
- 100% Service Guarantee: If dissatisfied with any aspect of service, that portion is refunded.
- Lifetime Flexibility: Prepaid plans can be changed.
- Relocation Protection: Prepaid plans are transferable to any qualifying Dignity Memorial provider in North America.
- Custody of Care Guaranteed: Detailed, certified process for cremation, ensuring exclusive custody.
- Extensive history in Charlotte, dating back to 1926, including operating the city's first ambulance service.
- Specialization in multicultural funerals, with staff experienced in diverse cultural backgrounds.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial
- · Securing Burial Permits
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- · Home Delivery of Ashes
- · Mail Delivery of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Multicultural Funerals
- · Veterans Services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Catholic, Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, French.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service Are great at making your time of need feel comfortable even though you are grieving a loss . We was treated with dignity and understanding of our need from all of the staff that we encountered we couldn't have chosen a better place to serve us than Wilson. ❤️”
“Mr. Mike and Donnie were of great help. Christy was also so kind. Donnie was there the whole service and was very patient, nice, and genuine. All the staff is accommodating and patient. My family is very grateful for the way they made such hard process a bit smoother. We had no issues whatsoever. Even though they experience this process often due to the fact it’s their job, they never lost the sense of empathy and I was able to tell. Thank you Wilson Funeral Services.”
“The folks here are compassionate, thoughtful, professional, and kind. Wilson Funeral Service was very good to my family and me. They treated us with the utmost respect. I highly recommend them.”
“Everyone involved with Wilson Funeral Home in Charlotte NC was helpful, answered all my questions always called me back when I reached out regarding my loved one and always professional.”
“This is a perfect place to have a funeral. The people are easy to work with and are very professional. The facility is roomy and attractive, but not distracting. It's quiet and low key. They are well organized and up front with their prices.”
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.