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Cemeteries in Wise County, VA

Wise County, Virginia has 219 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 7 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Wise (67), Coeburn (65) and Big Stone Gap (27). Among them are 1 family cemetery (0%).

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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in Wise County?

We list 219 cemeteries in Wise County, Virginia. Small family burial grounds recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey are included, so the count is higher than the number of cemeteries with an office or staff.

Where are burial records for Wise County kept?

Death certificates are held by the Virginia vital records office and often the county clerk or health department. Individual cemeteries keep their own interment records; church cemeteries may keep them at the parish office. County historical and genealogical societies often have transcriptions of older cemeteries.

Can I visit family cemeteries in Wise County?

Many family cemeteries sit on private land. Ask the landowner before visiting. Virginia law may give descendants a right of reasonable access, but the rules and process vary by state.

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