Burial in National Cemeteries
- 117 national cemeteries (85 are active).
- Full-casket burials and burial of cremated remains.
- Dependents under 21 may be buried in a national
cemetery.
- Cremation gardens.
- Memorial areas.
Symbolic Expressions of Remembrance
- Headstone and markers shipped worldwide.
- Headstones and markers for veterans buried in state
cemeteries.
- Headstones and markers for veterans buried in
private cemeteries.
- Memorial markers for veterans whose remains were
not recovered or were donated to science.
Presidential Memorial Certificates
Certificates bearing the signature of the President are issued
honoring the service of deceased veterans with honorable
discharges. Eligible recipients include next of kin and other
loved ones.
Burial Flags
An American flag is provided to drape the casket of a veteran or
to accompany the urn. After the service, the flag may be given to
the next of kin, or may be donated to a VA national cemetery for the
Avenue of Flags, where appropriate.
National Shrines
VA national cemeteries are maintained as national shrines
dedicated to preserving our nation's history, nurturing patriotism and
honoring the service and sacrifice veterans have made.
Funeral directors or one of your local veterans'
service organizations will assist you with making burial arrangements.
For information on monetary benefits or other burial
benefits, please call our toll-free number, 1-800-827-1000, or
visit our website at www.cem.va.gov. |
