Source: National Cemetery Administration · cem.va.gov · scraped May 2026
History of Fort McClellan EPW Cemetery
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Notable interments
Veterans, public figures, and citizens of note buried at Fort McClellan EPW Cemetery, listed by section and site as recorded by the National Cemetery Administration.
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Eligibility for burial at Fort McClellan EPW Cemetery
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Burial in a VA national cemetery is open to all members of the armed forces who have met a minimum active duty service requirement and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable.
Directions
Directions from Nearest Airport - Anniston Regional Airport: Head east on Anniston Airport Blvd toward Cliff Garrett Dr. Turn left onto Cliff Garrett Dr. Turn Left onto AL-21 N. Turn Right onto Shipley Rd.
Floral and grounds policy
Our cemetery floral regulations exist only to reflect the honor and respect we hold for our Nation's Veterans, by preserving the dignity and solemnity of their final resting place.
Floral arrangements accompanying the casket or urn at the time of burial will be placed as follows, a maximum of three will be placed on the grave and the remainder will be placed at a central location.
Weapons policy
VA regulations 38 CFR 1.218 prohibit the carrying of firearms (either openly or concealed), explosives or other dangerous or deadly weapons while on VA property, except for official purposes, such as military funeral honors.
Possession of firearms on any property under the charge and control of VA is prohibited. Offenders may be subject to a fine, removal from the premises, or arrest.
Education and visiting programs
We are developing educational content for this national cemetery, and will post new materials as they become available. Visit the Veterans Legacy Program and NCA History Program for additional information. Thank you for your interest.
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Nearest cemeteries
The three closest veteran cemeteries to Fort McClellan EPW Cemetery (by straight-line distance):
- Alabama National Cemetery — Montevallo, AL (72 mi · open)
- Marietta National Cemetery — Marietta, GA (75 mi · closed)
- Georgia National Cemetery — Canton, GA (79 mi · open)
Nearby veteran-friendly funeral homes
The following funeral homes within a 50-mile radius of Fort McClellan EPW Cemetery have demonstrated a commitment to serving veterans through specialized services, VA benefits coordination, or dedicated honors details.
Chapel Hill Funeral Home is a premier funeral home located at 542 West 52Nd Street in Anniston, AL. The property features well-appointed spaces including flexible event space, chapel, and piano or organ on-site. Professional offerings include funeral service, cremation, and memorial service, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $1,895. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $5,500, while direct cremation is available from $1,895. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Asian Traditions, Buddhist, Catholic, Hispanic Traditions, Hindu, Muslim, Christian (Protestant), Jewish, and Black Funeral Traditions.
K.L. Brown Memory Chapel is a premier funeral home located at 620 Golden Springs Road in Anniston, AL. The property features well-appointed spaces including on-site crematory and chapel. Professional offerings include cremation, grief support, and pre-planning, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $2,430. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $2,495, while direct cremation is available from $2,770. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Baptist, Catholic, and Methodist. The firm's dedication to service is reflected in their 4.4-star Google rating across 14 reviews.
Miller Funeral Home and Crematory is a premier funeral home located at 50 Hamric Drive East in Oxford, AL. The property features well-appointed spaces including event center, toby miller chapel, and miller florist. Professional offerings include aquamation, funerals, and burials, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $2,255. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $5,395, while direct cremation is available from $2,255. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Baptist.
K L Brown Funeral Homes is a premier funeral home located at 322 Nisbet Street Northwest in Jacksonville, AL. The property features well-appointed spaces including on-site crematory. Professional offerings include cremation, grief support, and veteran benefits assistance, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $2,870. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $4,485, while direct cremation is available from $2,870. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Christian (Baptist), Christian (Nondenominational), and Christian (Pentecostal).
Dryden Funeral Home is a premier funeral home located at 1467 Almon St. in Heflin, AL. The property features well-appointed spaces including visitation room and chapel. Professional offerings include ash scattering, celebration of life, and burial services, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $2,320. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $4,655, while direct cremation is available from $2,320. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Christian, Jewish, and Islamic.
Collier-Butler Funeral Home is a premier funeral home located at 824 Rainbow Drive in Gadsden, AL. The property features well-appointed spaces including on_site_chapel, reception_space, and wheelchair_accessible. Professional offerings include cremation, burial, and pre_planning_services, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $2,650. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $3,815, while direct cremation is available from $2,895. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Buddhism, Catholicism, Greek Orthodoxy, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Protestantism. The firm's dedication to service is reflected in their 4.9-star Google rating across 108 reviews.
Morgan Funeral Chapel & Crematory is a premier funeral home located at 625 Gilbert Ferry Road Southeast in Attalla, AL. The property features well-appointed spaces including flexible event space, large-capacity chapel, and celebration of life center. Professional offerings include funeral services, cremation services, and celebration of life services, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors.
Talladega Funeral Home is a premier funeral home located at 65001 Alabama Highway 77 North in PO Box 843, AL. The property features well-appointed spaces including offices and arrangement office. Professional offerings include meaningful ceremony creation, funeral services, and pre-planning services, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $1,795. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $2,195, while direct cremation is available from $1,795.