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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom and to live with purpose.
Welcome to the Bakersfield National Cemetery Wreaths Across America page. We will celebrate Wreaths Across America Day at the Bakersfield National Cemetery on Saturday, December 13th @ 9:00 am. We will honor every veteran interred at the BNC by laying remembrance wreaths and speaking each name aloud.
Please ensure we honor every veteran by clicking the red "Sponsor" button below. If you would like to participate in the wreath-laying ceremony, you may click the “Volunteer” button. Don't forget to click the "Invite" button to share this opportunity with family and friends.
If you wish to honor a special loved one, please click on the “Sponsor” page to find instructions for “Grave Specific” wreaths and other options.
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MISSION BBQ Customers Donate $352,930 to Sponsor Veterans’ Wreaths for 2025
142 participating locations will receive veterans’ wreaths because of the generous donations in the communities where MISSION BBQ customers support the mission.
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In Memory Of for Jesus G. Ramirez, United States Military, Honored by Bakersfield National Cemetery
Dad we miss you every day! Miss our talks and your laughter. Mom and Leah are being taken care of dont worry. Thank you for all you did for your country and your family! We love you dad you were the best husband, father and pawpaw!
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In Honor Of for Ricci Veteto, United States Military, Honored by Bakersfield National Cemetery
Merry Christmas Uncle Ricci Veteto. Sure do miss you!
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Location Information
30338 E Bear Mountain Blvd
Keene, CA 93531, United States
Directions to Cemetery
Navigation systems do an adequate job finding the cemetery. When you arrive, please follow instructions provided by Wreaths Across America site volunteers on where to park, and location of ceremony.
Parking Instructions
Please arrive early to allow time for parking and transit to the ceremony location.
Handicapped parking is available at the entrance to the cemetery. All general parking vehicles will be directed to the auxiliary parking area by volunteers. Please follow all guidance and instructions.
A shuttle bus will be available to assist with transportation to/from parking area.
Ceremony and Volunteer Information
We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Bakersfield National Cemetery (BNC). This year's theme is to 'Live with Purpose' and 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.
- Join us for a brief ceremony on Saturday, December 13th at 09:00 am at the Upper Assembly Area; transportation will be provided.
- At 9:45 am, volunteers may commence laying wreaths. Please help ensure that all participants get the opportunity to place a wreath.
- Family and friends of veterans who sponsored 'grave-specific' wreaths will check in at the BNC's Public Information Center and will be the only participants allowed to lay a wreath between 7:30 am - 8:45 am.
- 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. Our wreath 'Clean-Up Day' is scheduled for Saturday, January 10th at 9:00 am. 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. Thank you so much for your help in achieving our mission to remember, honor and teach the next generation about what it means to serve and live with purpose.
Local Groups Supporting Us
CA0635 - Mojave Cemetery
Welcome to {{Mojave Cemetery}}! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support {{Mojave 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!
CA0192 - Don Jose de Ortega Chapter of the NSDAR
Welcome to CA0192 - Don Jose de Ortega Chapter of the NSDAR! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support 2 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!
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