East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery - John Sevier Highway
About:
The East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery on E. Governor John Sevier Highway 68 was established in August 2011. This cemetery has a capacity of 28,000 plots with future plots to be added pending expansion.
East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery
2200 E. Gov. John Sevier Hwy 168
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 577-3228
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m. (ET)
ETSV.Cemetery@tn.gov
Awards:
The Tennessee Department of Veterans Services is honored that all five Tennessee State Veterans Cemeteries have been recognized with the National Cemetery Administration Operational Excellence Award for their outstanding service and commitment to excellence. The East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery at John Sevier Highway received this award for operational excellence in 2023.
Director's Message:
On behalf of the dedicated staff of the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, welcome. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as the Director of this hallowed ground, where we pay lasting tribute to the men and women who honorably served our nation.
Our cemetery stands as a place of honor, remembrance, and peace. Every Veteran and eligible dependent interred here has earned the gratitude of a grateful nation through their service and sacrifice. We are committed to preserving these sacred grounds with the dignity, respect, and excellence that every veteran and their family deserve.
Whether you are making pre-need arrangements, planning services for a loved one, researching eligibility, or simply visiting to pay your respects, our staff is here to assist you with compassion, professionalism, and care. We understand the importance of the decisions families make during these moments, and we are dedicated to providing guidance and support throughout the process.
We are deeply honored by the trust placed in us to care for this cemetery and preserve the legacy of those who served. As you visit these grounds, we hope you find comfort in knowing that each Veteran is remembered with the gratitude and respect they have earned.
Thank you for visiting the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery. We remain committed to serving Veterans, their families, and our community with honor, integrity, and unwavering respect.
Sincerely,
Eric Spangler
Director, East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery
Tennessee Department of Veterans Services
865-594-9388 | eric.spangler@tn.gov
Pre-Registration:
Veterans and dependents can pre-register for burial in a Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery. Click on the Pre-Register for Burial icon below, fill out the pertinent information, click on the submit button, then mail the Veteran's DD-214 or NG Form 22 (discharge papers) to the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery. For spouse burial requests, please also include marriage certificate. You will receive a formal response from the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services in the mail 4 to 6 weeks from the date the application is received. Your application will not be processed until discharge papers have been received. All applications are subject to eligibility verification, review and approval.
Map:
Please click on the image below for a map of the cemetery grounds.
