Veteran services at Crist Mortuary
Veteran families in Boulder, CO can turn to Crist Mortuary for honors and benefit coordination. Staff help families secure VA burial benefits, request military honors, and coordinate with national or state veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include large-capacity chapel, flexible chapel space, and multiple chapels, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,840 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremations, burial, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large-capacity chapel, flexible chapel space, and multiple chapels.
Published pricing at Crist Mortuary: direct cremation from $2,025. That places direct cremation roughly 29% above the Colorado median ($1,570). 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 Logan National Cemetery in CO, about 29 miles from Crist Mortuary. 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 240 funeral homes in Colorado. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Crist Mortuary 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 Crist Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Crist Mortuary is located at 3395 Penrose Place in Boulder, CO. You can reach the home at (303) 442-4411. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Crist Mortuary offer veteran families?
Crist Mortuary provides traditional funerals, contemporary funerals, cremations, celebration of life, burial, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Crist Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Crist Mortuary assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Crist Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for All Faiths and Beliefs, Jewish, Asian Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Crist Mortuary apart
- Operates as Boulder's only full-service funeral home and crematory, offering both funeral services and an on-site cemetery (Mountain View Memorial Park).
- Received the 'Best Funeral Home Service Provider' award in the Daily Camera's Boulder County Gold People's Choice Awards in 2014.
- Provides a 100% service guarantee, emphasizing 'Attention to detail like no other. GUARANTEED.'
- Offers extensive religious and cultural accommodations, including a Jewish cemetery section, Tahara room, ritual washing, Shomer/Watcher services, and Kosher catering.
- Features flexible event spaces, a Celebration of Life center, and a chapel with mountain views.
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Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: All Faiths and Beliefs, Jewish, Asian Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic Traditions, Hindu, Muslim, Christian. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish, French.
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.