St. Mary's, Georgia
St. Mary’s, Georgia, is a quiet harbor town with deep naval roots and easy access to Cumberland Island. It’s a calm place for a sea burial. First, the soft breeze and wide water views bring peace. Next, the town’s history and ocean ties add meaning to each goodbye. In addition, families can enjoy the nearby beaches or take a boat ride to explore the coast. Also, St. Mary’s blends charm, care, and nature. As a result, it offers a gentle and heartfelt way to honor loved ones at sea.
The Service:
Compassionate, Seamless Burial at Sea Services Nationwide
At Sea Services, we partner with carefully vetted captains and crew across the United States to ensure your memorial experience is smooth, respectful, and deeply meaningful. Honor your loved one with a dignified sea burial. We offer compassionate, coast-to-coast services for scattering ashes at sea. With experienced captains and certified vessels, we ensure your loved one’s ashes are scattered at sea with care, legality, and respect.
Our Burial at Sea and Ash Scattering Services include a beautifully crafted biodegradable urn adorned with freeze-dried flowers, along with a personalized memorial certificate mailed to you after the ceremony. Every service is conducted in full compliance with EPA regulations and aboard U.S. Coast Guard-approved vessels, ensuring safety and professionalism at every step.
What to Expect During Your Memorial Charter
Each charter lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, dock to dock. The journey includes:
- 30–45 minutes traveling out to sea
- 30 minutes at a serene location for the ceremony
- 30–45 minutes returning to harbor
Sea Services™ provides professional burial at sea services across the United States. Whether you’re looking for charter boats for scattering ashes, or a peaceful setting to lay your loved one to rest, we’re here to help you plan a meaningful sea burial with dignity.
During your time on the water, you’ll have the space and time to reflect, pray, share stories, and release ashes in a peaceful and private setting. Our experienced captains can help guide the ceremony or offer support as needed, ensuring a respectful and memorable farewell.
Points of Interest:
Cumberland Island Ferry The gateway to Georgia’s largest barrier island, this concession-operated ferry departs daily from downtown St. Marys. The 45-minute ride offers scenic views along the St. Marys River and takes you to Cumberland Island National Seashore—a pristine landscape of maritime forests, wild horses, shell-strewn beaches, and historic sites like Dungeness and Plum Orchard Mansion yelp.com+15
St. Marys Submarine Museum Housed in a historic building in downtown St. Marys, this museum is the largest of its kind in the South, featuring periscopes, torpedo models, photographs, uniforms, and nearly 5,000 sq ft of submarine force history. It’s a hands-on tribute to naval service and sits opposite the waterfront
Lang’s Marina Restaurant A classic dockside seafood spot overlooking the St. Marys marina, famous for fresh shrimp, seafood platters, and hearty American fare. The laid-back, porch-style setting is perfect for a waterfront meal
Riverside Cafe A popular Greek-American gem right on the river in historic downtown. With indoor and outdoor seating, its menu offers fresh seafood, gyros, salads, and baklava—making it ideal for brunch or dinner after your ferry ride
