Veteran services at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions serves veteran families in Lakewood, CO with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel and reception hall, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $2,285 for basic burial and $1,595 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation and memorial keepsakes. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel and garden room.
Published pricing at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions: direct cremation from $1,445 and basic burial from $3,750. That places direct cremation roughly 8% below 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 5 miles from Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. 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 Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,445, basic burial starts at $3,750. 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 Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions is located at 901 South Sheridan Boulevard in Lakewood, CO. You can reach the home at (303) 274-6065. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions offer veteran families?
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions provides cremation, funeral services, preplanning, memorial keepsakes, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian denominations, Catholic families, among others.
What sets Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions apart
- Affordable cremation and funeral services, often hundreds or thousands of dollars lower than other local funeral homes.
- Fifth-generation family-owned business with a history dating back to 1893.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Specialties
- · Preplanning
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian denominations, 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.