Veteran services at Goff Mortuary
Goff Mortuary, located in Midvale, UT, assists those who served and their families. The team handles VA burial allowances, honor-guard coordination, and national-cemetery scheduling. Published pricing lists $4,995 for basic burial and $2,295 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: basic cremations, public memorial celebrations, and veterans services. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Published pricing at Goff Mortuary: direct cremation from $2,295. That places direct cremation roughly 35% above the Utah median ($1,697). 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 Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park in UT, about 11 miles from Goff 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 142 funeral homes in Utah. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Goff Mortuary 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 Goff Mortuary located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Goff Mortuary is located at 8090 South State Street in Midvale, UT. You can reach the home at (801) 255-7151. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Goff Mortuary offer veteran families?
Goff Mortuary provides traditional funeral packages, basic cremations, public memorial celebrations, private farewells, public viewing packages, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Goff Mortuary help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Goff 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 Goff Mortuary accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Goff Mortuary apart
- Fifth-generation family ownership in the funeral industry, with family involvement dating back to 1866.
- Operates four distinct locations across Utah: Midvale, Draper, Nephi, and Sandy.
- Offers a vintage Rosewood Prinzing hearse as part of their facilities.
- Provides life celebrants to lead services for families who may not choose clergy, focusing on creating healing experiences.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Basic Cremations
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Burial services
- · Cremation services
- · Veteran services
- · Personalized services for different faiths, cultural traditions, and family preferences
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Catholic.
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.