Veteran Burial Benefits | State of Missouri: Veterans Cemetery Jacksonville
1479 County Road 1675, Jacksonville, MO 65260
Eligibility
DD-214 or military discharge showing character of discharge and dates of active service
The veteran must have lived in the state of Missouri for at least 180 days at some time during his or her life
Persons entitled to retirement pay as a result of 20 years creditable service with National Guard or Reserves are eligible
U.S. citizens who served in the armed forces of a government allied with the U.S. in a war also may be eligible
A marriage certificate is required for spousal benefits
Qualified spouses and/or unmarried dependent children under the age of 21 years or adult children who are mentally or physically incapable of self-support may be eligible
Required documents
DD-214 Discharge Form
DD-215 or WD Form
Spouses must provide marriage license
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
660-295-4237
Voice·
Main
660-295-4259
Fax·
Fax
Website
https://www.mvc.dps.mo.govLanguages
English
Application process
Call 866-VET-INFO for nearest Veterans Service Officer
Fees
No Fees
Service area
State of Missouri
Provides a dignified final resting place for those who have served in armed forces. Benefits include: grave space, opening and closing of the grave, grave liner, upright granite headstone, perpetual care and full military honors
AKA
MVC
Last assured
06/11/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
STATE OF MISSOURI MISSOURI VETERANS COMMISSION
The Missouri Veterans Commission is a state agency established to provide services and assistance to veterans. In addition to operating seven Veterans Homes we currently operate five State Veterans Cemeteries throughout the state. The Missouri Veterans Commission also operates a statewide Service to Veterans Program, which provides information on VA benefits and assistance with VA claims.
AKA
MO VETERANS COMMISSION
MVC