Veteran services at Baca's Funeral Chapels
For veterans in Deming, NM, Baca's Funeral Chapels coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Google shows 4.4 stars from 7 reviews.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation service, memorial service, and graveside service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include cemetery memorial granite company.
Published pricing at Baca's Funeral Chapels: direct cremation from $870. That places direct cremation roughly 56% below the New Mexico median ($1,985). 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 Fort Bayard National Cemetery in NM, about 44 miles from Baca's Funeral Chapels. 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 101 funeral homes in New Mexico. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Baca's Funeral Chapels cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $870. 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 Baca's Funeral Chapels located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Baca's Funeral Chapels is located at 811 East Boutz Rd. in Deming, NM. You can reach the home at (575) 527-2222. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Baca's Funeral Chapels offer veteran families?
Baca's Funeral Chapels provides traditional funeral service, cremation service, memorial service, receiving human remains, forwarding human remains, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Baca's Funeral Chapels help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Baca's Funeral Chapels mentions VA benefits paperwork and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Baca's Funeral Chapels accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Roman Catholic families, among others.
How do families rate Baca's Funeral Chapels?
Baca's Funeral Chapels holds a 4.4-star rating across 7 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Baca's Funeral Chapels apart
- On-site crematories
- Cemetery memorial granite company for state-of-the-art memorials
- Extensive archives of deaths in the area, dating back to the turn of the century
- In-house notary services available for families
- Dedicated veteran services, assisting with VA benefits and arrangements
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Service
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Veterans & Family Memorial Care (VFMC)
Specialties
- · Cremation services
- · Veteran services
- · Catholic services
- · Islamic services
- · Jewish services
- · Non-denominational services
- · Non-sectarian services
- · Christian services
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Roman Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
What families have said
Up to five Google reviews of Baca's Funeral Chapels, shown as written. Reviews that mention veterans, military service, honors, a flag or a cemetery come first, then the highest-rated.
“They really helped us out with the passing of my grandmother. They were very caring and had is all nice for her. Shout out to Philip Baca for making all this possible. Thank you”
“My beautiful Mother passed away in September and Philip Baca helped me and my Father get through this very difficult time. We met with Philip and he walked us through everything with grace, compassion, and professionalism. He is so knowledgeable and made us feel at ease. I knew my Mother was in good hands. Philip provided us with all of the necessary paperwork and he educated me on everything I needed to know. He helped me prepare the obituary and basically led me through the entire process. I highly recommend Baca and am eternally grateful for Philip’s help.”
“Very sincere when taking care of people.”
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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.