Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc

Veteran services at Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc

For veterans in Denver, CO, Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In their own words: "Offers veteran services, including burial arrangements at Fort Logan National Cemetery and a $500 discount on pre-arranged funeral plans. Veterans and their spouses also receive a $1,000 discount on pre-arranged cemetery plans at Mount Olivet or Saint Simeon Catholic Cemeteries." On-site amenities include on-site chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,225 for basic burial and $2,025 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, cemetery services, veteran services, direct cremation, and burial services. 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 on-site chapel. 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 Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc: direct cremation from $2,025. That places direct cremation roughly 29% above the Colorado median ($1,570). 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 Fort Logan National Cemetery in CO, approximately 8 miles from Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc. Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.

Colorado has approximately 240 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc is among them.

Frequently asked questions

What does a funeral at Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc cost for veteran families?

From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,025. 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 Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?

Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc is located at 2101 Marion St. in Denver, CO. You can reach the home at (303) 861-4644. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.

What services does Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc offer veteran families?

Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc provides funeral services, cremation services, cemetery services, pre-planning, veteran services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.

Does Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc help veterans with VA burial benefits?

Offers veteran services, including burial arrangements at Fort Logan National Cemetery and a $500 discount on pre-arranged funeral plans. Veterans and their spouses also receive a $1,000 discount on pre-arranged cemetery plans at Mount Olivet or Saint Simeon Catholic Cemeteries.

Which faith traditions does Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc accommodate?

Staff coordinate services for Catholic, All Faiths families, among others.

What sets Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary, Inc apart

Operates as a non-profit, Church-owned and operated ministry of the Archdiocese of Denver.
Offers a 'complete solution' by owning and operating its own cemeteries, funeral homes, and crematory, ensuring continuous care for loved ones.
Provides specific discounts for veterans, police, fire, and first responders.
Offers no-interest payment plans on pre-need contracts.
Features the 'Precious Lives Burial Ministry' for free dignified burial of babies lost during pregnancy or at birth, serving all faiths.
Manages the 'Crypt of All Souls' program, offering free interment of cremated remains in a sacred burial space.

Military & veteran services offered

★Cemetery Services

★Veteran Services

Burial & cremation services

Burial

· Burial Services

Cremation

· Cremation Services
· Direct Cremation

On-site facilities

· On-site Chapel

· Crematory

· Caskets

· Urns

Affiliations & specializations

Industry affiliations

· Archdiocese of Denver

Specializations

· Veteran Discount
· Police, Fire, and First Responder Discount
· No Interest Payment Plans on Pre-Need Contracts
· Serves All Faiths
· Catholic Identity

Religious traditions & languages

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

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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.

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How 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.