Veteran services at Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery
Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery serves veteran families in Chandler, AZ with military funeral planning. In their own words: "Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery is a Level Four Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans. They host annual community events, including National Wreaths Across America Day, a Memorial Day program with World War II era plane flyovers, and a Veterans Day event. The facility also participates in the Dignity Memorial® Homeless Veterans Burial Program and features a dedicated Veterans Garden and columbarium." On-site amenities include flexible chapel space and large reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists a quoted rate for basic burial and $2,245 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs. Families have left over 299 Google reviews, settling at a 4.6-star average.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, burial services, veterans planning, cemetery flower arrangement delivery, and private viewing before cremation. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include cremation garden, jewish garden, veterans garden, nature gardens, and columbarium. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery: direct cremation from $2,245. That places direct cremation roughly 61% above the Arizona median ($1,395). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in AZ, approximately 33 miles from Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery. Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery holds a 4.6-star rating from 299 Google reviews, indicating consistent service quality reported by families who have used the home for veteran and non-veteran services alike.
Arizona has approximately 231 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,245. 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 Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery is located at 10940 East Chandler Heights Road in Chandler, AZ. You can reach the home at (480) 895-9232. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery offer veteran families?
Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery provides funeral services, cremation services, burial services, celebration of life, pre-planning, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery is a Level Four Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans. They host annual community events, including National Wreaths Across America Day, a Memorial Day program with World War II era plane flyovers, and a Veterans Day event. The facility also participates in the Dignity Memorial® Homeless Veterans Burial Program and features a dedicated Veterans Garden and columbarium.
Which faith traditions does Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Jewish (Orthodox, Reform, Conservative), Christian families, among others.
How do families rate Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery?
Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery holds a 4.6-star rating across 299 Google reviews from local families and veterans.
What sets Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery apart
- The only cemetery located in Chandler, Arizona, offering diverse burial and cremation options.
- A new 10,500 square foot funeral home, rebuilt in 2018 after a 2017 fire, featuring a 140-guest chapel and large reception room.
- Dedicated Jewish Garden serving Orthodox, Reform, and Conservative Jewish communities, along with ritual washing and Shomer/Watcher availability.
- Comprehensive veteran services, including a dedicated Veterans Garden, annual memorial events, and participation in the Dignity Memorial® Homeless Veterans Burial Program.
- On-site catering services with diverse menu options for receptions and events.
- Offers Celestis Memorial Spaceflight as a cremation option.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
- · Ritual Washing
- · Private Viewing Before Cremation
- · Home Delivery of Ashes
- · Mail Delivery of Ashes
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specializations
- · Veterans Services
- · Multicultural Funerals
- · Feng Shui Design
- · Jewish Cemetery Section
- · Shomer/Watcher Available
- · Ritual Washing
- · Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation Support
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Jewish (Orthodox, Reform, Conservative), Christian. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
What families have said
Recent reviews from families who used Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery. Reviews are sourced from Google Places and shown verbatim — we do not edit or filter for sentiment.
“Valley of the Sun Mortuary provided exceptional care, compassion, and professionalism during one of the most difficult times a family can face. From the very beginning, they treated us with dignity, patience, and genuine empathy. I want to give special recognition to Alex Guerrero, who went above and beyond in every possible way. Alex was kind, attentive, and incredibly respectful, taking the time to explain every step clearly and never rushing us. His calm presence and compassion made an overwhelming process feel manageable, and it was clear that he truly cared about honoring our loved one with respect and grace. Every detail was handled thoughtfully, and our family felt supported throughout the entire process. I am deeply grateful for the care we received and highly recommend Valley of the Sun Mortuary — especially Alex — to anyone needing services during a difficult time. Thank you for treating our family with such humanity and care.”
“I am extremely disappointed with our experience at Valley of the Sun Mortuary. Several staff members were passive aggressive and outright rude during interactions with our family, which is unacceptable given the sensitive nature of their work and the grief families are experiencing. What was most upsetting was that decorations placed for our loved one were thrown away without notice, despite being in approved vases and fully compliant with their stated guidelines. At no point did anyone attempt to contact us, send an email, or otherwise notify family members before discarding these items. They just had a poster poster outside for two weeks. Unfortunately, I am only able to come once a month and missed it. This lack of communication was both hurtful and disrespectful. Families trust mortuaries to handle not just remains, but memories and tributes with care and compassion. Unfortunately, Valley of the Sun Mortuary failed in this regard. Compassion, professionalism, and basic communication were sorely lacking, and I would strongly caution other families to be aware of this before choosing their services.”
“John and Kevin has made my dad’s death a little bit better to handle. When my husband and I first walked in; I was sooooo nervous and scared, but when I met Kevin, it felt comfortable and professional. My family are so thankful for their support, education, and love that they provided us at the hardest times of our lives. Both of them rock as a team. They upkeep the place very beautifully and I am so happy that my dad is laid to rest there. At least it makes me feel a little bit better that my dad is in good hands and that we are also supported through the whole thing. Again, I cannot thank these 2 amazing people enough. If you have any doubts at all; don’t be scared because they will hold your hand every step of the way.”
“Jennifer and her team did a phenomenal job of helping and executing my mom’s celebration of life. The designer was amazing and the tables were absolutely PERFECT! We couldn’t be happier!”
“Death is a very troubling experience. Very delicate time with mixed emotions and high emotions. I felt that our point of contact at this facility was very sympathetic, aware of her customer's needs, and very accommodating without pushing the company's own agenda. I loved that everything was presented on a large screen for us to clearly see and make choices. There is a large variety of choices from plain and simple to completely extravagant, whatever your family's needs would be. When we had questions, she had answers. Overall the process was very simple but complete. We left with no questions unanswered and overall, considering the circumstances, we're so pleased with everything. Thank you.”
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.