For planning purposes, here are the dates for upcoming funerals:
Arlington National Cemetery Modifies Funeral Operations
Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) will continue its mission during this national emergency—burying our nation's veterans, service members and their families. But, ANC is modifying funeral operations to ensure the protection and health of the public, service members who perform military honors and the ANC workforce. Beginning 30 MAR 2020, all eligible service members and veterans who are buried at ANC will receive military funeral honors; but Military funeral honors with escort are curtailed until further notice. The elements of military funeral honors include: a casket team (body bearers/pallbearers, usually six service members); a firing party (seven service members); a bugler (one bandsman); folding and presentation of the U.S. flag (same personnel from casket team); a non-commissioned officer or officer in charge; and a chaplain if requested by the family. These 16 personnel will perform their mission with the appropriate level of social distancing. Dependent honors remain unchanged. ANC is still closed to the public. Funerals are being conducted as scheduled & Family pass holders are admitted with pass. We strongly encourage all funeral attendees, family pass holders, and staff to wear cloth face coverings.