Posted on Mar 29, 2023
Vet Agency hopes for more state-run cemeteries for burial options
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BONUS-FOR THE VETERAN OF THE VETERAN SHARE OF THE DAY
Vet Agency hopes for more state-run cemeteries for burial options
By Leo Shane III
Mar 28, 02:12 PM
A visitor pauses by a marker in Fort Logan National Cemetery near Denver on Nov. 11, 2022. (David Zalubowski/AP)
Veterans Affairs officials are nearing their goal of establishing a veterans cemetery close to where almost every veteran in America currently lives, but they’ll need significant help from state leaders to finish the plan.
Currently, just under 17 million veterans across the country live within 75 miles of a VA-run or VA-funded cemetery, according to department statistics. That’s roughly 94% of the entire population.
PO1 William "Chip" Nagel SSG Michael Noll Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen Cpl Vic Burk SGT Charlie Lee] Sgt (Join to see) PV2 Larry Sellnow SPC Gary C. SPC (Join to see) Amn Dale Preisach SGT Ruben Lozada CPT Richard Trione SFC Ralph E Kelley 1SG Patrick Burke SGT Gerald “Jerry” Harrell PO2 Marco Monsalve Lt Col Charlie Brown MSG (Join to see) Maj Kim Patterson SPC Robert Coventry
Vet Agency hopes for more state-run cemeteries for burial options
By Leo Shane III
Mar 28, 02:12 PM
A visitor pauses by a marker in Fort Logan National Cemetery near Denver on Nov. 11, 2022. (David Zalubowski/AP)
Veterans Affairs officials are nearing their goal of establishing a veterans cemetery close to where almost every veteran in America currently lives, but they’ll need significant help from state leaders to finish the plan.
Currently, just under 17 million veterans across the country live within 75 miles of a VA-run or VA-funded cemetery, according to department statistics. That’s roughly 94% of the entire population.
PO1 William "Chip" Nagel SSG Michael Noll Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen Cpl Vic Burk SGT Charlie Lee] Sgt (Join to see) PV2 Larry Sellnow SPC Gary C. SPC (Join to see) Amn Dale Preisach SGT Ruben Lozada CPT Richard Trione SFC Ralph E Kelley 1SG Patrick Burke SGT Gerald “Jerry” Harrell PO2 Marco Monsalve Lt Col Charlie Brown MSG (Join to see) Maj Kim Patterson SPC Robert Coventry
Vet Agency hopes for more state-run cemeteries for burial options
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Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
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That sounds like a great initiative for veterans. Having more accessible state-run cemeteries can make a big difference for families wanting to honor their loved ones who served. It's important to ensure these options are available widely. If you're interested in planning ahead, checking out the FTC funeral rules can provide some helpful insights to make informed decisions. Here's a link that might be useful: https://ventsmagazine.com/2024/06/13/understanding-the-ftc-funeral-rule-and-its-consumer-rights/. It's good to see efforts being made to support veterans and their families in meaningful ways.
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