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6,054 Wreaths Sponsored
317.5% Over Our Goal!
Exceeded by 4,604 Wreaths!
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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

Welcome to the Somerset Cemeteries's Wreaths Across America Page. 

On December 16, 2023 at 12:00 pm (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony), Wreaths Across America will be at Somerset Cemeteries 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 Somerset Cemeteries 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.

FASTPORT and Tenstreet Support Annual Wreaths Across America Appreciation Dinner on the Eve of National Wreaths Across America Day

Featuring keynote speaker medically retired Army Staff Sgt. and artist, Zeke Crozier, the event celebrates the efforts of millions of volunteers and supporters across the country.

Wreaths Across America Announces #GivingTuesday Matching Campaign from Jersey Mike’s Subs

Veteran wreath sponsorships made for placement at Arlington National Cemetery will be matched by the company up to $250,000!

371 recent news items exist. Click "View All News" to see them all.

 

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In Honor Of
by Margaret Riley for Greg Hitchen, Coast Guard, Honored by Somerset Cemeteries

Greg, we want to honor you for your service to our country. We thank you for the many years of commitment and dedication to the Coast Guard.

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In Honor Of
by Margaret Riley for Kevin Joly, Army, Honored by Somerset Cemeteries

Thank you, Kevin, for your years of service to our country. We are very proud of your commitment and dedication. Brian and Margaret Riley

Check out 21 "Remember" recent messages from our supporters. Click "View Remember Wall" to see them all.

Location Information

MASSCS - Somerset Cemeteries
Slade Ferry Park
Slade Ferry Ave/Riverside Ave
Somerset, MA 02726, United States

1,450
1,450
6,054

December 16, 2023 at 12:00 pm (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony)

George Andes, Dave Aubry

Directions to Cemetery

St. Patrick's Cemetery on County Street, Somerset MA.

Palmer Cemetery on Palmer St, Somerset MA,

Gibbs Cemetery on Buffington St, Somerset MA 

Nathan Slade Cemetery on Prospect St, Somerset MA

Parking Instructions

There is plenty of parking at the cemeteries, Please ensure when pulling into the Cemeteries, you drive in as far as possible and keep the the right so others can pass, especially families of the interred. 

Ceremony and Volunteer Information

We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Somerset Cemeteries. 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 will be laying wreaths at 5 cemeteries this year so please check with the location coordinator after the ceremony to see where your help is most needed.

  • 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

MA0064 - Somerset Cemeteries Group

Welcome to MA0064! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support Somerset Cemeteries 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!

Bruce Newbury: Radio and Podcast "Wine and Food Dude"

Welcome to Bruce Newbury: Radio and Podcast "Wine and Food Dude"! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support Newport Area Cemeteries (Island 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!