Veteran services at Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel
Veteran families in Rocklin, CA can turn to Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel for honors and benefit coordination. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. On-site amenities include chapel, reception setup, and ample parking, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $1,155 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: burial services, cremation services, veteran services, memorial services, and immediate burial. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel, veteran's wall of honor, and fountain childrens garden.
Published pricing at Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel: direct cremation from $1,155. That places direct cremation roughly 29% below the California median ($1,617). 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 Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in CA, about 42 miles from Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel. 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 1,115 funeral homes in California. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,155. 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 Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel is located at 6920 Destiny Drive in Rocklin, CA. You can reach the home at (916) 791-2273. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel offer veteran families?
Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel provides burial services, cremation services, pre-planning, veteran services, memorial services, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel mentions military funeral honors, VA benefits paperwork, and veterans cemetery burial. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian (various denominations), Catholic families, among others.
What sets Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel apart
- Veteran and family-owned and operated business.
- Explicit mission to address rising funeral and cremation costs, offering affordable services.
- Dedicated Veteran's Wall of Honor and annual Veteran's Day of Honor event.
- Comprehensive grief support resources and local group listings.
- On-site Art Gallery featuring local artists.
- Chapel configurable for both formal services and catered receptions for up to 80 guests.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Immediate Burial
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · VFW Post 1487
- · Homesteaders Life
Specialties
- · Veteran Services
- · Grief Support
- · Pre-Planning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian (various denominations), Catholic. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish (Hispanic congregation affiliation), Armenian (Armenian congregation affiliation), Farsi (Farsi congregation affiliation), Slavic (Slavic congregation affiliation).
Branches of service mentioned
Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel's description of its services mentions these branches:
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.