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Berardinelli Family Funeral Service

1399 Luisa Street · Santa Fe, NM 87505

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Veterans Military Honors

Veteran Services

From the home's own description

“Berardinelli Family Funeral Service offers specialized Veteran Funeral Services and Military Tributes. They can assist families with arrangements for military honors, including coordinating with the New Mexico Army National Guard Honor Guard Team and the VFW, particularly for services at the nearby Santa Fe National Cemetery.”

Veteran services at Berardinelli Family Funeral Service

Veteran families in Santa Fe, NM can turn to Berardinelli Family Funeral Service for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include max randolph chapel (equipped with audio-visual equipment and two large monitors) and reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,295 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorialization options, veteran funeral services, cremation with a memorial service, traditional cremation with a funeral service, and non-ceremonial cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include max randolph chapel (equipped with audio-visual equipment and two large monitors).

Published pricing at Berardinelli Family Funeral Service: direct cremation from $2,295. That places direct cremation roughly 16% above 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 Santa Fe National Cemetery in NM, about 2 miles from Berardinelli Family Funeral 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.

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 Berardinelli Family Funeral Service cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,295. 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 Berardinelli Family Funeral Service located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Berardinelli Family Funeral Service is located at 1399 Luisa Street in Santa Fe, NM. You can reach the home at (505) 984-8600. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Berardinelli Family Funeral Service offer veteran families?

Berardinelli Family Funeral Service provides funeral services, cremation services, memorialization options, pre plan funeral services, immediate need services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Berardinelli Family Funeral Service help veterans with VA burial benefits?

In its own description of its veteran services, Berardinelli Family Funeral Service mentions military funeral honors and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.

What sets Berardinelli Family Funeral Service apart

  • Established in 1969 and family-operated since 1975 by the Berardinelli family.
  • Recognized as a National Funeral Directors Association Pursuit of Excellence Funeral Home.
  • Features Certified Cremation Specialists on staff.
  • Offers live streaming of funeral and memorial services for remote attendees.
  • Provides a dedicated Life Event Center for receptions and celebrations of life, separate from the main funeral home.
  • Licensed staff available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for immediate assistance and guidance.

Military and veteran services listed

★Memorialization Options
★Veteran Funeral Services
★Cremation with a Memorial Service
★Military Tribute

Burial and cremation services

Burial

  • · Graveside Service

Cremation

  • · Cremation Services
  • · Traditional Cremation with a Funeral Service
  • · Non-Ceremonial Cremation

On-site facilities

· Max Randolph Chapel (equipped with audio-visual equipment and two large monitors)
· Berardinelli McGee Life Event Center (seats up to 200, with private caterer entrance)
· Half-sized room for smaller gatherings (seats 10-40)
· Reception area
· Lobby
· Meeting rooms

Affiliations and specialties

Industry affiliations

  • · National Funeral Directors Association Pursuit of Excellence Funeral Home

Specialties

  • · Certified Cremation Specialists

Religious traditions and languages

Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.

Branches of service mentioned

Berardinelli Family Funeral Service's description of its services mentions these branches:

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.