Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery

The Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery (NNVMC) (Click here for a Google Map of the NNVMC) is located in Fernley, Nevada which is approximately 35 miles east of downtown Reno. The cemetery is located on 40 acres of land owned and maintained by the State of Nevada. The grounds are peaceful and immaculately maintained. The cemetery serves as a place of rest and reflection where eligible veterans, their spouses and eligible dependents are remembered and honored in perpetuum.

NNVMC Brochure (PDF)

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Veterans are buried at the NNSVC at no charge. This includes the cemetery plot, opening and closing, concrete vault, headstone and perpetual care. A $450 fee (subject to change) is charged for the burial of a spouse or eligible dependent. Mortuary fees are not included.

Eligibility

Eligibility for burial is similar to the criteria used by the Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration. However, the cemetery is responsible for verifying eligibility and should be contacted directly for specifics by calling 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.

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 fill out the Online Registration form and upload a picture of your discharge documents, and a copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable).   There are no fees charged for pre-registration.

Online Registration

If an individual has already passed away, please do not complete the Online Registration form. Please call the cemetery directly to schedule burial services at: (775) 575-4441.

Arrangements

Arrangement for burial at the cemetery can be made through your funeral director or by contacting the cemetery.

Contact

NNVMC Superintendent

email velazquezj@veterans.nv.gov

Address:
14 Veterans Way, Fernley, NV 89408

Phone: (775) 575-4441

Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM

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