St. Simons Island, Georgia
St. Simons Island, Georgia, offers quiet beaches, mossy oak trees, and deep coastal history. It’s a peaceful place for a sea burial. First, the gentle waves and soft breeze help families feel at ease. Next, the island’s strong ties to ocean life add meaning to each tribute. In addition, visitors can enjoy the natural beauty and quiet charm of the coast. Also, St. Simons blends comfort, tradition, and care. As a result, it provides a 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:
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum Originally built in the late 1800s and rebuilt in 1872, this iconic red-brick keeper’s cottage and 129-step tower now serve as a museum exhibiting coastal history, interactive displays, period rooms, and panoramic views from the top. Visitors can learn about lighthouse technology and climb to breathtaking views of the Golden Isles
Neptune Park This family-friendly oceanfront park—located next to the lighthouse—features picnic lawns, playgrounds, a seasonal pool, miniature golf, and an amphitheater. It’s a local hub for relaxation and community events, all under majestic live oaks with harbor views
Georgia Sea Grill An upscale, farm-to-table seafood restaurant just steps from the pier, serving locally farmed and caught dishes like shrimp & grits and coriander-dusted swordfish. Praised for impeccable service and atmosphere—often cited as the best fine-dining spot on the island
Crabdaddy’s Seafood Grill A laid-back, family-run favorite since 1988, offering local seafood staples like blackened grouper, hearty shrimp pastas, and coastal desserts. Patrons consistently rave about “wonderful service and amazing food” in a friendly, unpretentious setting
