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 their own words: "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." 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.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, memorialization options, veteran funeral services, cremation with a memorial service, traditional cremation with a funeral service, and non-ceremonial cremation. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include max randolph chapel (equipped with audio-visual equipment and two large monitors). These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
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). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Santa Fe National Cemetery in NM, approximately 2 miles from Berardinelli Family Funeral Service. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
New Mexico has approximately 101 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service is among them.
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?
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.
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 & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Traditional Cremation with a Funeral Service
- · Non-Ceremonial Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · National Funeral Directors Association Pursuit of Excellence Funeral Home
Specializations
- · Certified Cremation Specialists
Religious traditions & languages
Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
Branches of service supported
Based on the home's stated services and specializations, Berardinelli Family Funeral Service has documented experience supporting the following branches:
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.