Burial and Memorial Archive

More friends, family and loved ones who are distant can pay their respects online.

Smaller, more subdued ceremonies are planned nationwide.

It's not something we like to think about, but it's a benefit you earned.

If you think living is expensive, try dying.

To ease the burden on surviving family, the VA now can determine eligibility for burial in a National Cemetery ahead of time

A VA rule change will allow veterans to apply for burial in national cemeteries before their death.

There are several ways our nation honors its deceased veterans. See our detailed pages on what benefits are available.

Are you eligible for burial in a VA national cemetery? Find out here.

Many states have state veterans cemeteries. Find out about the locations and eligibility requirements for your state.

Since 1864, Arlington National Cemetery has served as the nation's military cemetery honoring those who served.

The Presidential Memorial Certificate expresses the nation's grateful recognition of a veteran's service.

As a servicemember or military family member you should be aware of your memorial benefits before you need them.

As a retired servicemember it's important to know about your mortuary and burial benefits.

While it's not appealing to consider, as a retired servicemember it's important to know about your mortuary and burial...

For many Sailors and Marines, there is no more honored choice for their mortal remains than burial at sea.

The following information will help you in planning for, or dealing with, one of life's most unpleasant times

VA burial allowances are partial reimbursements of an eligible veteran's burial and funeral costs.

Just what does burial in a National Cemetery involve?

Help avoid delays in assistance and the unpleasant issues that may arise when dealing with the loss of a loved one.