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2023 So Far
558 Wreaths Sponsored
9.3% to Goal
5,442 To Go!

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

Welcome to the Miramar National Cemetery (CA0452)'s Wreaths Across America Page.

Wreaths Across America and the National Cemetery Administration have worked diligently and closely to develop guidelines for the continuation of our Wreath Day activities in 2022. Rest assured that wreaths will be laid at our fallen US Veterans headstones at Miramar National Cemetery.

Our Miramar National Cemetery staff have gone beyond our expectations to make sure we can continue our mission the last 2 years, working with this committee to both stay within the guidelines of the National Cemetery Administration’s mandates and maintain this honored tradition.

If you have a family member resting at Miramar National Cemetery and want to place your wreath at your loved one’s headstone, please sponsor a grave specific wreath and indicate that you will be present by using this link: https://donate.wreathsacrossamerica.org/?pageId=14747&relatedId=0&productId=116. This is the only way to guarantee your ability to place this year yourself.

You will be notified by email the times and protocol for Wreath Day activities.

Please visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/CAMRNC to watch for updated information on volunteering to lay wreaths this year.

Every Wreath is a Ceremony,

Brenda Kaesler, Location Coordinator

P.S. Please help our location lay wreaths at as many graves as possible by clicking the red "Sponsor" button.

Thank you so much for supporting the Miramar National Cemetery (CA0452) and Wreaths Across America!

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

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In Memoriam
by Debra S. for Joseph F Costello, Navy, ABCS, Born 12/03/29, Passed On 12/25/20, Honored by Miramar National Cemetery

Joseph F Costello, ABCS, Navy
Dad, we are missing you and honoring you with this new family tradition of your great grandkids and I placing your wreath!
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Personal Message for Donald York, Army, Major [Sel], Served From 1954 to Current, Born 11/28/32, Honored by Miramar National Cemetery

Donald York, Major [Sel], Army
Josh Darty , the Custodian of the cemetary, will recieve the wreath.and place it, unless you want to give him other instructions. Shig
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Ceremony Details

Location Information

Miramar National Cemetery (CAMRNC)
5795 Nobel Dr
San Diego, CA 92122, United States
Click here for the Miramar National Cemetery Page

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December 16, 2023 at 09:00 am

Brenda Kaesler, Jenn Budenz

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. 

We encourage you to use our off-site parking lot 2 miles east of the cemetery, at 6435 Miramar Road near Carroll Canyon Road. Shuttles depart & return every 10 minutes.

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 hoe 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.

Our Locations

Welcome to WAA Miramar National Cemetery. And, thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to remember & honor the 15,000+ veterans resting at Miramar National Cemetery on Wreaths Across America Day, Saturday, December 17, 2022. Please click "View" to learn more about our effort or to volunteer to help AND click "Sponsor" to sponsor wreaths that will be laid at the headstones of our fallen heroes by our loyal volunteers....