DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos

Veteran services at DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos

For veterans in Taos, NM, DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors and VA benefits paperwork. On-site amenities include on-site chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $4,495 for basic burial and $2,095 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.

The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, memorial services, graveside services, veterans services, cemetery arrangements, and crematory arrangements. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.

Facilities on site include columbarium and on-site chapel.

Published pricing at DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos: direct cremation from $1,230. That places direct cremation roughly 38% below 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 Angel Fire State Veterans Cemetery in NM, about 17 miles from DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. 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 sets DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos apart

• Integrated funeral home and on-site cemetery (Taos Memorial Gardens) offering comprehensive services and permanent memorialization options.
• Specialization in assisting families with arrangements for a death occurring away from home, both domestically and internationally.
• Partnership with HeartLight Center to provide extensive grief support, including individual counseling, support groups, and educational resources.
• Dedicated veteran services focused on securing benefits and providing honorable tributes.
• Round-the-clock availability of staff for immediate assistance and guidance.

Military and veteran services listed

Burial and cremation services

On-site facilities

Affiliations and specialties

Religious traditions and languages

Religious traditions served: Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.

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.