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How to apply for BG William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery (No-Cost Burial)
New Jersey Department of Veterans Affairs
Who it's for
New Jersey's state veterans cemetery, the Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, is in Arneytown (North Hanover Township, Burlington County), about 15 miles southeast of Trenton. There is no cost for burial — the grave site and a state-provided grave liner are free for eligible veterans, their spouses, and eligible dependent children. The family pays only for preparing and transporting the remains, usually through a local funeral home, and the funeral director handles the burial request with the cemetery. Eligibility follows U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs national cemetery rules — generally any veteran discharged under other than dishonorable conditions.
Eligibility follows VA national cemetery rules — the veteran's last active service must have ended under other than dishonorable conditions, and cemetery staff confirm eligibility before scheduling. The family covers preparation and transportation of the remains; there is no charge for the burial itself unless the family declines the state-provided grave liner and purchases a vault instead.
What you'll need
- DD-214 or other proof of discharge under other than dishonorable conditions
- Proof of the veteran's New Jersey residence
- Marriage certificate for spouse eligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
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