Kansas · Burial & Memorial

Kansas Veterans Cemetery Program

Free burial including space, grave liner, headstone, and perpetual care at four state veterans cemeteries.

Available to any veteranFree burial services

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About this benefit

Eligibility

Veteran discharged under other than dishonorable conditions (or National Guard/Reserve members with 20 qualifying years of service). Spouses, surviving spouses, and dependent children are also eligible.

Covers

At no charge: burial space, grave liner, opening and closing of the grave, perpetual care, headstone or marker, placement of cremation remains, and scattering garden access.

Locations

Fort Dodge, WaKeeney, Winfield, and Fort Riley/Manhattan.

How to apply

Contact the Kansas Office of Veterans Services.

Verified against official source

Last checked 2026-05-05 against www.kovs.ks.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Kansas state agency before applying.

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