NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery
Free burial in New Jersey Veterans Memorial Cemeteries for eligible veterans and their dependents.
State BenefitNew JerseyBurial & Memorial
Verified September 30, 2026 against nj.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Burial & Memorial — New Jersey
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- New Jersey
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery?
NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery is a New Jersey burial & memorial benefit for veterans, spouses, dependents. Free burial in New Jersey Veterans Memorial Cemeteries for eligible veterans and their dependents.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Spouses
- Dependents
- Available to any veteran
- New Jersey residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Any veteran who served on active duty and was discharged under conditions other than dishonorable; proof of NJ legal residence is required. Eligible spouses and dependent children may also be interred.
What NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery covers
Covers
Gravesite, opening and closing of the grave, a government-furnished headstone or marker, and perpetual care — all at no cost.
Location
New Jersey operates ONE state veterans cemetery — BG William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Provinceline Road, Wrightstown, NJ 08562 (in the Arneytown section of North Hanover Township, Burlington County). General Information: 609-738-2400.
How to apply for NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery
How to apply
Pre-need (advance) or at-need (time of death) applications are accepted. Contact the NJ Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA, formerly DMAVA) or the cemetery directly. Provide DD-214, death certificate (at-need), and completed interment request form.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- nj.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery
Who qualifies for NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery?
NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery is for Veterans, Spouses, Dependents; available to any veteran; new jersey residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.