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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

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

On December 14, 2024 at 09:00 am (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony), Wreaths Across America will be at Riverside 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.

Please help our location lay wreaths at as many graves as possible by clicking the red "Sponsor" button. Or, if you would like to volunteer to participate in the wreath laying ceremony, please click the “Volunteer” button next to the cemetery name below, and don't forget to click the "Invite" button to invite your friends and family to join you. 

Thank you so much for supporting Riverside 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.

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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.

Crowley Honors U.S. Military Members and Veterans Through Wreaths Across America

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In Memory Of for John Richard Emery, United States Military, Honored by Riverside National Cemetery

In heartfelt gratitude and loving memory of John Richard Emery, my USAF Vietnam Veteran and proud American patriot. He remained willing to serve his country even long after his honorable discharge. With special thanks to the Air Force servicemen who provided John's last request of the 21-gun revelry and taps played during his Memorial Ceremony. Thank you Riverside National Cemetery staff for all you do for our loved ones.Kathryn Emery,Surviving Spouse

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In Memory Of for Ernest W. Williams, Jr., United States Military, Honored by Riverside National Cemetery

In loving memory of my grandfather, Ernest "Duke" Williams, and my grandmother, Frances Ennis Williams.

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Location Information

CARNCR - Riverside National Cemetery
22495 Van Buren Blvd
Riverside, CA 92518, United States

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December 14, 2024 at 09:00 am (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony)

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Directions to Cemetery

Navigation systems do an adequate job finding the cemetery. When you arrive, please follow the people and signs to the site of the ceremony itself.

Parking Instructions

There is plenty of parking at this cemetery, so feel free to park in any available spot.

Ceremony and Volunteer Information

We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Riverside 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.
  • Please help ensure that all participants get the opportunity to place a wreath.
  • Please follow the location coordinators instructions on where to place wreaths, as well as "how" they should be placed.
  • 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

AZ0011P - American Legion Auxiliary Oro Valley Unit 132 Inc

Welcome to AZ0011P - American Legion Auxiliary Oro Valley Unit 132 Inc! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support 10 locations 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!

CA0005P - 45th Composite Squadron - March Field

CAP, March Field Composite Squadron 45 is proud to support Riverside National Cemetery by helping to honor and remember as many veterans as we possibly can! Please click "View" to learn more about our efforts and/or click "Sponsor" to purchase wreaths for the ceremony planned for December 14, 2024 at 09:00 am!Thank you so much!

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