Archdiocese of Denver Mortuary

Veteran services at Archdiocese of Denver Mortuary

Archdiocese of Denver Mortuary in Wheat Ridge, NY supports veteran families with military funeral arrangements. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include on-site chapel, on-site reception room, and gallagher chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,250 for basic burial and a quoted rate for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, cemetery services, burial services, veteran services, direct cremation, and precious lives burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include on-site chapel, gallagher chapel, st. anthony mausoleum chapel, and stations of the cross cremation garden.

The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in NY, about 20 miles from Archdiocese of Denver Mortuary. 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 1,440 funeral homes in New York. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Archdiocese of Denver Mortuary apart

• First Catholic diocese in the U.S. to own and operate its own funeral home (established 1981).
• Non-profit, Church-owned and operated ministry.
• Owns and operates its own crematory, cemeteries, and funeral homes, providing a complete solution where loved ones remain in their care throughout the process.
• Offers specific financial assistance: Veteran discount, Police, Fire, and First Responder discount, No-Interest Payment Plans, Assistance for Low Income Families and Homeless Individuals.
• Provides the "Precious Lives Burial" ministry for no-cost burial of children lost during pregnancy or at birth, serving all faiths.
• Offers the "Crypt of All Souls" program for free placement of cremated remains for permanent interment in consecrated grounds.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Catholic, All Faiths. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, Vietnamese.

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.