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Fort Bliss National Cemetery

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Fort Bliss National Cemetery

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"To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military, and for their families caregivers, and survivors."

The Fort Bliss National Cemetery is a beautiful historic and water-wise National Cemetery located on 83 acres adjacent to Fort Bliss Army Post. Passing through the old gate and past the main flagpole on the tree lined avenue, visitors will have a spectacular view of the cemetery, rostrum, and thousands of stately grave markers framed by the Franklin mountains to the West. You can contact the National Cemetery directly if you: Need to schedule an Active Duty interment; are cancelling or rescheduling an interment; are changing information originally supplied to the scheduling center; or have a request for disinterment and/or relocation to another national cemetery. Special Events
Memorial Day Ceremony (May) and Wreaths Across America (December). Please contact the office for dates. A general Information Kiosk is located just in the Public Information Center just inside the main gate. The Kiosk is available 24-hours a day and contains the names of veterans and their eligible dependents buried at the cemetery. The Kiosk will generate a printed map with the name of the decedent and their grave location. Military Funeral Honors
After confirming your service time with the National Scheduling Office or local cemetery please schedule military honors by contacting the following:
- ARMY Ft Bliss Casualty Assistance, ph 915-568-6338, fax 915-568-7233
- AIR FORCE Steel Talons Honor Guard, ph 575-572-2077, fax 575-572-2049
- NAVY NAS JRB Southeast Region, ph 904-542-1536 or 9807 or 3852, fax 904-542-3851 or 0422
- MARINES Marine Corps Funeral Request, ph 866-826-3628, fax 713-432-9248
- COAST GUARD Not available. Contact US NAVY Honors

10/28/2026

On National First Responders Day, thank you for your unwavering dedication, your daily sacrifices, and selfless willingness to step up and help others when they need it most. 🇺🇸

10/28/2026

What an incredible backdrop for our team last week! We caught a stunning surprise view of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels right from our location! 🇺🇸

10/23/2026

Celebrating our October birthdays! 🎂🥳 We would like to wish a very special happy birthday to our Administrative Officer, Brenda, and to our Army Veteran Heavy Equipment Operator Scotty! Thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication! 🥳🇺🇸

10/13/2026

Happy 251st Birthday, US Navy! 🇺🇸

10/09/2026

10/06/2026

Call for attendance! 🚨🚨🚨 Unaccompanied Veteran burial. We would like to extend a formal invitation to honor and pay respects to SP5 Richard F. Magruder, US Army. 🇺🇸

09/30/2026

Did you know VA burial benefits can help honor eligible Veterans laid to rest outside a VA national cemetery?

https://www.cem.va.gov/burial-memorial-benefits/index.asp

09/25/2026

It is always bittersweet to say goodbye to a member of our team, and today is especially difficult as we celebrate and bid farewell to Navy Veteran Motor Vehicle Operator Pablo Mayacruz.

Pablo has been an anchor for us for seven years. When we think about what it means to be a truly dedicated worker, Pablo is the exact definition of that standard. Whether it was diving headfirst into a complex project, staying late to make sure a deadline was met, or simply showing up every single day with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic, you have given this team your absolute best.

Your hard work didn't just move projects forward; it raised the bar for all of us. He has helped veterans and their families through their hardest moments. You approached every challenge with patience, creativity, and care. We are deeply grateful for your invaluable contributions and the countless times you stepped up when we needed support the most.

While we are selfishly sad to see you go, we are genuinely thrilled for you as you step into this exciting new career chapter. Your new workplace is gaining an incredible asset, and they are very lucky to have someone as hardworking and talented as you on their side.
Pablo, thank you for your commitment, your teamwork, and the great memories we've shared. Please don't be a stranger, and keep in touch! We wish you massive success, happiness, and all the best in your next adventure. 🇺🇸

09/17/2026

Today we celebrate our September birthdays. Our army veteran maintenance worker Luis Molina and our senior cemetery caretaker Alexxandra Fraire. We wish them a very happy and awesome birthday. It is a honor 🇺🇸to have these two amazing workers here at FBNC and also a honor to celebrate them as a family. Happy birthday Luis Molina! 🎈Happy birthday Alexxandra Fraire!🎉🇺🇸🍿🤠 Go Cowboys!

09/16/2026

Remembering a true local Hero, Staff Sgt. Joshua M.Mills of El Paso, TX. 🇺🇸

Address

5200 Fred Wilson Avenue
El Paso, TX
79906

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19155640201

Website

https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/ftbliss.asp

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