Cemeteries in Sitka, Alaska
There are 4 cemeteries in and around Sitka, Alaska in our directory, in Sitka Cty&Bor. Identified types include 1 veterans cemetery (25%), 1 church cemetery (25%) and 1 national cemetery (25%).
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Frequently asked questions
How many cemeteries are in Sitka, AK?
We list 4 cemeteries in and around Sitka. Listings without a street address are placed under the nearest town, so some may be just outside city limits.
Are there religious cemeteries in Sitka?
Yes. We have identified 1 Lutheran cemetery near Sitka, based on the recorded affiliation or official name. Other cemeteries may also be affiliated with a congregation.
Is there a veterans cemetery near Sitka?
Yes, we list 1 veterans cemetery near Sitka. Check eligibility with the VA National Cemetery Administration or the state veterans affairs office before planning a burial.
Can I visit cemeteries in Sitka?
Most public, municipal and church cemeteries welcome visitors during daylight hours. Family cemeteries are often on private land and need the owner's permission. Call ahead for hours, especially on holidays.
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- Who Qualifies for Burial in a National Cemetery?VA eligibility for veterans, service members, spouses and dependents, what is provided at no cost, and how to apply for pre-need eligibility.
- What Can You Leave at a Grave?Flowers, flags, stones, coins and keepsakes: what cemeteries allow, what they remove, and the traditions behind them.
- Religious Burial Customs in the USHow Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Protestant, Orthodox and Latter-day Saint traditions shape burial, timing and cemetery choice.