West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery
About:
The West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery was established in January 1992. The cemetery has a capacity of 30,000 plots.
West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery
4000 Forest Hill/Irene Road
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 543-7005
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m. (CT)
WTSV.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 West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery received this award for operational excellence in 2024.
Director's Message:
On behalf of the staff of the West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, welcome. It is an honor to serve as director of this sacred cemetery, where we are entrusted with preserving the legacy of the men and women who faithfully served our nation.
The West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery is a place of honor, remembrance, and lasting tribute. Every veteran interred here has earned this final resting place through honorable service and sacrifice. Our dedicated staff is committed to maintaining these hallowed grounds with the highest standards of dignity, respect, and excellence, ensuring they remain a place of peace and reflection for families, friends, and future generations.
Whether you are a veteran planning for the future, a family member making arrangements for a loved one, or a visitor paying tribute to those who served, our team is committed to providing compassionate, professional assistance. We understand the importance of the trust you place in us and are dedicated to guiding you through every step of the process with care, courtesy, and respect.
It is our privilege to honor Tennessee's veterans and support the families who have sacrificed alongside them. Thank you for allowing us to serve you and for helping us preserve the memory and legacy of those who answered our nation's call.
With deepest respect and gratitude,
Mark Moore
Director, West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery
Tennessee Department of Veteran Services
901-543-7005 / mark.moore@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.
