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Idaho State Veterans Cemetery – Boise
Overview
The Stars & Stripes flies in silent vigil 24 hours a day on a magnificent hilltop overlooking the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery. Set against a backdrop of native grasses, green hills and the rugged Boise Foothills, the 76.5 acre cemetery offers a peaceful place of solitude and beauty for friends and family members of those laid to rest here.
Forms
| Form Title | Description | Download File |
|---|---|---|
| Cemetery Information | General information about Idaho’s Veterans Cemeteries. | Download Here |
| Cemetery Volunteer Application | Application to Volunteer at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery- Boise | Download Here |
| Checklist for Next-of-Kin | This form is a guide for families to use when scheduling and on day of service. | Download Here |
| Donation Opportunities | Opportunities to donate – Boise. | Download Here |
| Floral Regulations | A description of what is permitted and not permitted in regards to floral arrangements at grave sites. | Download Here |
| How to Request Military Records | Instructions on how to request military records. | Download Here |
| Idaho State Veterans Cemetery Map | Maps of each Idaho Veterans Cemetery. | Download Here |
| Marker Inscription Request | This form must be submitted to the cemetery office on the day of the service. | Download Here |
| Pre-Registration Application | Verify eligibility in advance for those veterans, guardsman, reservist, and their spouse or dependents who are interested in interment in an Idaho Veterans Cemetery. | Download Here |
| Public Event Policies and Request Form | Request a public event. | Download Here |
| Request for Burial / Inurnment | Form for requesting interment at the time of need. | Download Here |
Contact Information
10100 N Horseshoe Bend Rd
Boise, ID 83714
Cemetery Administration Office
8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday – Friday
Cemetery Grounds
8:00 am to Sunset Daily
8:00 am to 6:00 pm (July 4th)
We can help you locate a specific gravesite.
Looking for the final resting place of a loved one? We’re here to help. Idaho State Veterans Services can assist you in locating specific gravesites within our state veterans cemeteries, providing the information and guidance you need. Reach out today to begin your search and ensure their service and memory are always honored.
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Additional Information
The eligibility requirements for burial at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery follow the National Veterans Cemetery eligibility requirements and Idaho law. There is no requirement to be a resident of the state of Idaho.
Interment fees for eligible veterans are paid by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs. Associated funeral expenses and preparation are not included and are covered by the Veteran’s family or estate.
Interment fees for eligible guardsman and reservists are NOT paid by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs. Associated funeral expenses, preparation and grave markers are not included and are covered by the guardsman and reservists’ family or estate.
Veterans, Guardsman, Reservists and families are able to choose:
- A columbarium niche, cremation inurnment that includes an inscribed granite niche cover;
- An in-ground, garden niche, cremation inurnment that includes a flush-to-the-ground inscribed granite marker;
- A scattering garden, set in a natural draw of the Boise foothills, that includes a location for an inscribed marker in memory of the deceased;
- A full casket, in-ground interment that includes an inscribed, upright granite marker.
- Military Funeral Honors are coordinated by the Cemetery. Honors include the playing of Taps, folding of the flag and its presentation to the next-of-kin.
- An Honor Guard detail of at least two members of the Armed Services is provided for the interment service of the eligible Veteran.
Pre-authorization
Pre-authorization allows a Veteran, Guardsman and Reservists and their spouse to establish, in advance, their eligibility for burial at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery. There is no cost for pre-authorization and it does not obligate the Veteran, Guardsman and Reservists to be interred at the Cemetery. Pre-authorization is intended to simplify and assist the Veteran, Guardsman and Reservists’ next-of-kin at the time of death. The key items needed for pre-authorization are a copy of the Veteran, Guardsman and Reservists’ discharge papers and, for married service members, a copy of their marriage certificate which is valid in accordance with Idaho law.
If you or someone you know are in crisis, please call the Veterans' Lifeline by dialing 9-8-8.