There is some incorrect information here. In order for a spouse to be eligible, the Veteran must be eligible. Basic eligibility requirements are: to have served on active duty, be honorably discharged, never committed a capital crime or have been convicted of a life sentence for a sex crime. Reservists / National Guard are eligible if they deployed, were called up by executive order or retired. As long as the spouse is clear on the crimes he or she may be interred at any National Cemetery with or WITHOUT the Veteran. The Veteran does not need to be interred there in order for a spouse to be. The Vet’s name will be on the stone/marker/niche cover to recognize their service whether they are there or not. The format is just a little different.
Yes my grandfather and his second wife are burried there
I suggest you call or visit the cemetery to ask them directly about eligibility. There is no requirement for the Veteran to be interred in a National Cemetery if the spouse is eligible
Yes, as long as the military spouse is or will be buried.
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