Burial at Fort Sheridan National Cemetery: A family guide

History of Fort Sheridan National Cemetery

The Fort Sheridan National Cemetery was established in 1889, two years after Fort Sheridan was officially founded. The cemetery has interred in its grounds Veterans from the Civil War up to more recent conflicts. Interments also include World War II era German POWs who were held at both Fort Sheridan and nearby Camp Grant.

Notable veterans buried at Fort Sheridan National Cemetery

The National Cemetery Administration documents the following veterans of note buried at Fort Sheridan National Cemetery, listed by section and site as recorded in the cemetery's official register.

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Eligibility for burial at Fort Sheridan National Cemetery

Planning ahead for a Veteran's or loved-one's final resting place can eliminate unnecessary delays and reduce stress on a family at a difficult time.

The Department of Veterans Affairs covers the grave plot, opening and closing of the grave, perpetual care, a government-furnished headstone or marker, and a U.S. burial flag at no cost to eligible families.

Visiting hours

Cemetery Hours: Open daily during daylight hours.

How to schedule a burial at Fort Sheridan National Cemetery

1. The funeral home or family contacts the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 1-800-535-1117 (24/7 for active funeral arrangements).
2. Provide the veteran's full name, date of birth, social security number, dates of service, branch, and date of death.
3. Fax or email the DD-214 to the cemetery's interment office for verification.
4. Once eligibility is confirmed (typically 30–60 minutes for complete documentation), the cemetery assigns a date, time, and committal shelter.
5. The funeral home transports the deceased to Fort Sheridan National Cemetery at the assigned time. The cemetery handles opening, closing, and perpetual care from that point.

Where Fort Sheridan National Cemetery sits in the Illinois cemetery system

Fort Sheridan National Cemetery is one of the veteran cemeteries operating in Illinois. The cemetery is currently operating with limited burial availability. Families should verify status before planning.

For families considering alternatives, the nearest veteran cemeteries appear in our cemetery sidebar. If Fort Sheridan National Cemetery is fully reserved, those alternatives are typically the next options.