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Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery • Fernley, NV
In 1978, Congress established the State Cemetery program
to complement the National Cemetery System. Under this program, the
Federal Government provides financial assistance to states that desire
to construct and operate a State Veterans Cemetery.
In 1987, the Nevada State Legislature approved funding
for two such cemeteries, one located in Northern Nevada and one in
Southern Nevada. Both Nevada Cemeteries opened in 1990 under the
administration of the Nevada Commission for Veteran Affairs. Both are
funded by the State of Nevada.
Eligible veterans and members of their immediate family, may be buried
at either the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley or the
Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City. There is no
charge for the plot or for opening and closing of the grave site of a
veteran. A $350 fee is charged for the burial of a family member.
Headstones are provided at no cost by the federal government. Military
honors are provided by military units, however, a cemetery staff member
can assist in making these arrangements.
Both cemeteries are located in quiet, peaceful
surroundings, and provide an atmosphere of respect and dignity to those
who have served. The cemeteries were established in 1990 and have become
the final resting place for over 10,000 veterans and their family members.
One plot is allowed for the interment of each eligible veteran and for
each member of their immediate family, except where soil conditions or the
number of decedents of the family require more than one plot. Specific
plots may not be reserved as plots are assigned by the cemetery
superintendent. Casket and cremation burials can be accommodated at both
cemeteries.
To determine if you are eligible, to make advanced
reservations, or if you have any questions, please call either cemetery
office at:
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Northern Nevada Veterans
Memorial Cemetery: (775) 575-4441 0R Jeanette Rae, Churchill County
Veterans Service Office, 775-428-1177 or write to vetrep@churchillcounty.org
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Southern Nevada Veterans
Memorial Cemetery: (702) 486-5920
Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery
The Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery is
located in the quiet, peaceful town of Fernley, Nevada which is 40
minutes from downtown Reno. The cemetery is located on 40 acres owned
and maintained by the State of Nevada. Since its opening, over 2,000
veterans and family members of veterans have been placed to rest at the
cemetery.
Eligibility
Eligibility criteria for burial at the Northern Nevada
Veterans Memorial Cemetery are the same used by the National Cemetery
System and are based on military service. The Cemetery Superintendent is
responsible for verifying eligibility and should be contacted for
specifics at 775/575-4441.
Reserve Components
Any member of a reserve component who has attained 20
years of service for retirement is eligible for burial at the cemetery.
any member of a reserve component, to include the Reserve Officer
Training Corps, who dies under honorable conditions while serving on
active duty or training, is also eligible for burial at the cemetery.
Dependents
Dependents of a veteran may be eligible for burial at
the cemetery. There is a $350 fee (subject to change) for the burial of
a dependent or spouse at the cemetery. Burials for veterans and their
dependents are a stacked burial, in the same plot. Cremated burials are
side-by-side, sharing the same plot. For information concerning
dependent eligibility, contact the Cemetery Superintendent at
775/575-4441.
Arrangements
Arrangements for burial at the cemetery can be made
through you funeral Director or by contacting the cemetery directly at
775/575-4441.
Costs
Veterans are buried at the Northern Nevada Veterans
Memorial Cemetery at no charge. This includes the cemetery plot, opening
and closing, concrete vault, headstone and perpetual care. A $350 fee
(subject to change) is charged for the burial of a spouse or dependent.
Mortuary fees are not included.
Pre-Registration
There are no advance plot assignments at the cemetery;
however, you can pre-register for a future need. Pre-registration allows
the cemetery to make an advance determination as to eligibility. To
pre-register you will need to provide the cemetery with a
pre-registration form, a Certified True Copy of your discharge documents
and a copy of your marriage certificate. Pre-registration forms and
instructions can be obtained at the cemetery or by calling 775/575-4441.
There are no fees charged for pre-registration.
Cemetery Plots
Cemetery plots are provided on an "as needed"
basis, with one gravesite authorized for the interment of all eligible
members of a family except where soil conditions require more than one
site, or when the number of family decedents requires more than one
grave. A gravesite cannot be reserved before it is needed for burial.
Military Honors
Military Honors are not provided by the Nevada Cemetery
System. Military honors, if so desired, must be arranged in advance by the
family or their representatives. The cemetery staff can assist by
providing the telephone numbers and addresses of organizations that may
assist in providing honors.
Flower Policy
Cut flowers are permitted in approved vases at any time.
Potted plants, baskets and artificial flowers are not allowed. Flowers are
removed each Wednesday.
LOCATION:
The Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery is located
approximately 45 miles East of Reno, Nevada in the town of Fernley.
To reach the cemetery from Reno, take Interstate 80 East to exit 48. Exit
the interstate at exit 48 and turn right. Follow the signs to the
cemetery.
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TELEPHONE CONTACT:
For information concerning the cemetery contact the office of the
superintendent at
(775) 575-4441.
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