CAMRNC - Miramar National Cemetery
Please help us Remember, Honor, and Teach on December 16, 2023 at 09:00 am (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony) by sponsoring wreaths, volunteering, or inviting friends to help.
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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

Welcome to the Miramar National Cemetery 's Wreaths Across America Page. 

On December 16, 2023 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony), Wreaths Across America will be at Miramar National Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud. 

We are "back to normal" with our ceremony and wreath laying celebration. And, with being back to normal, please review these announcements:

1. ALL volunteer parking will be offsite, unless you have an official handicap placard. 

2. If you have a loved one for whom you want to place a wreath, you MUST sponsor a grave specific wreath. You can do this by clicking sponsor, scrolling down until you see "Grave Specific" and follow the outline. You will receive special instructions the first week of December.

3. We are expecting a very heavy turnout, so please respect those who are working hard to ensure everyone has wreaths to place, and each veteran's name is said aloud.

Thank you so much for supporting Miramar National Cemetery and Wreaths Across America!

Sponsor Wreaths

Click "Sponsor Wreaths" to sponsor a wreath and help us reach our goal of honoring every veteran at the cemetery.

Volunteer

Click here if you would like to participate in the wreath laying ceremony on Wreaths Day at the cemetery.

Invite

Click here to spread the word encourage your friends to sponsor, volunteer or keep up with our news.

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by Diana DeWees for Albert Leapley, Navy, Honored by Miramar National Cemetery

Albert Leapley, our beloved Dad and Granps

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by Karen Cruz for William Miller, Navy, AE3, Born 07/04/45, Passed On 04/28/18, Honored by Miramar National Cemetery

In honor and celebration of Bill Miller (7/4/1945-4/28/2018) this holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Location Information

CAMRNC - Miramar National Cemetery
5795 Nobel Dr
San Diego, CA 92122, United States

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December 16, 2023 at 09:00 am (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony)

Brenda Kaesler, John Alford

Directions to Cemetery

Navigation systems do an adequate job finding the cemetery. When you arrive, please follow the direction of the staff for parking and cemetery section selection. 

All volunteers, with the exception of those with handicap placards will park off site and take the provided shuttle to the cemetery. Please allow an additional 30 minutes for this process. Announcement of location will be on this website and our Facebook page.

Parking Instructions

We are currently in the process of establishing off-site parking. Due to the on-going construction with limited on site parking, and the desire to get back to public ceremonies, we will only allow vehicles with permanent handicap placards to park on the cemetery property.


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Ceremony and Volunteer Information

We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Miramar National Cemetery . Please do not forget to register to volunteer! That way you will get all updates about the cemetery itself.

Here are some things to remember about the ceremony:

  • Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome.
  • During the ceremony, listen to etiquette instructions and how to properly place a wreath.
  • Follow the instructions of the section leaders among the graves.
  • If you observe a child exhibiting actions not appropriate for hallowed grounds (running, yelling, throwing things) PLEASE teach them the proper behavior. Even if they aren't yours. I really does take a village.
  • To properly place a wreath, respectfully approach the headstone, say the name out loud, gently and with respect lay the wreath against the stone with the bow in the 12:00 position. Fluff the bow and make sure all is in order before moving to your next area. 
  • We especially appreciate volunteers willing to help clean-up. Please check in with the location coordinator if you are interested in helping with the clean-up.

The most important thing to remember is to have a wonderful experience participating in the ceremony and thank you so much for help Wreaths achieve our mission to remember, honor and teach.

Local Groups Supporting Us

CA0452 - Miramar National Cemetery

Welcome to CA0452 - Miramar National Cemetery! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support Miramar National Cemetery and to help honor and remember as many veterans as possible. Please click "View" to learn more about our effort and then click "Volunteer" to join us for National Wreaths Across America Day. Thank you so much!

Northrop Grumman Supported by VERITAS and Corporate Citizenship

Welcome to Northrop Grumman Supported by VERITAS and Corporate Citizenship! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support Arlington National Cemetery and to help honor and remember as many veterans as possible. Please click "View" to learn more about our effort and then click "Volunteer" to join us for National Wreaths Across America Day. Thank you so much!

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