Veteran services at Chapel of the Chimes
Veteran families in Glendale, AZ can turn to Chapel of the Chimes for honors and benefit coordination. In their own words: "Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary is a Level Four Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans. They assist families in creating veteran memorial services that honor the life and sacrifice of their loved ones, host annual community events for veterans, and collaborate with local veteran organizations." On-site amenities include chapel, reception area, and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,460 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation, traditional burial, veteran services, memorial keepsakes, cremation remembrance jewelry, and memorial spaceflight. 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 chapel and gardens. 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 Chapel of the Chimes: direct cremation from $2,400. That places direct cremation roughly 72% above the Arizona median ($1,395). 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 National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in AZ, approximately 14 miles from Chapel of the Chimes. Chapel of the Chimes can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Arizona has approximately 231 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Chapel of the Chimes is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Chapel of the Chimes cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,400. 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 Chapel of the Chimes located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Chapel of the Chimes is located at 7924 North 59th Ave. in Glendale, AZ. You can reach the home at (623) 937-9297. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Chapel of the Chimes offer veteran families?
Chapel of the Chimes provides cremation, traditional burial, celebration of life, pre-planning, grief support, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Chapel of the Chimes help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary is a Level Four Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans. They assist families in creating veteran memorial services that honor the life and sacrifice of their loved ones, host annual community events for veterans, and collaborate with local veteran organizations.
Which faith traditions does Chapel of the Chimes accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu families, among others.
What sets Chapel of the Chimes apart
- Bilingual staff fluent in Spanish and English.
- Four flexible event spaces configurable for various gathering sizes.
- Designated Level Four Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans, specializing in military memorial services and community engagement.
- Extensive catering options, including breakfast buffets, cocktail hours, and seated dinners, with full event planning and staffing.
- Offers unique cremation options such as Celestis Memorial Spaceflight.
- Comprehensive pre-planning benefits including a 100% Service Guarantee, Relocation Protection, Family First Cost Coverage, and a Purchase Protection Plan.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Traditional Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- · Home Delivery of Ashes
- · Mail Delivery of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specializations
- · Veteran Services
- · Bilingual Staff (Spanish/English)
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Jewish, Black Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival, Chung Yeung Festival, Día de los Muertos. Languages spoken at the home: Spanish, English.
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.