Source: National Cemetery Administration · cem.va.gov · scraped May 2026
History of Glendale National Cemetery
Glendale National Cemetery is located in Henrico County, VA, approximately 13 miles southeast of Richmond.
Glendale National Cemetery was established May 7, 1866, on land purchased from a local resident, Lucy C. Nelson. The cemetery name is taken from the farm located on this property, which served as a Union headquarters during the Civil War. Original interments were the remains of Union soldiers recovered from Malvern Hill, Frayer's Farm, Harrison's Landing and other areas in the vicinity. An inspector's report of July 26, 1871, notes a total of 1,189 interments, including 236 known and 953 unknown gravesites. The cemetery is composed of a nearly square plan, with the graves laid out in picturesque, concentric rows.
Glendale National Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.
Monuments and Memorials There are no monuments or memorials located at Glendale National Cemetery.
Notable interments
Veterans, public figures, and citizens of note buried at Glendale National Cemetery, listed by section and site as recorded by the National Cemetery Administration.
Medal of Honor The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force that can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Services of the United States.
Recipients receive the Medal of Honor from the President on behalf of Congress. It was first awarded during the Civil War and the eligibility criteria, medal design, and recognition on a recipients' grave marker have all evolved over time. There are 434 Medal of Honor recipients interred at VA national cemeteries including 6 double recipients.
» Medal of Honor recipients interred or memorialized here:
Corporal Michael Fleming Folland (Vietnam).
He received the Medal of Honor posthumously for service in the U.S. Army, 3rd Infantry, 199th Infantry Brigade, in recognition of heroism during a reconnaissance mission at Long Khanh Province, Republic of Vietnam, July 3, 1969. Folland is buried in Section H, Site 846.
Eligibility for burial at Glendale National 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
Situated 13 miles southeast of Richmond, VA, at 8301 Willis Church Road, Richmond, VA 23231. The cemetery is located 3.7 miles from the junction of State Highways 5 and 156. It is also three miles from the point of intersection of Darbytown Road and Charles City Road. Cemetery directional signs at both points. Richmond International Airport is located approximately four miles east of Richmond city limits, off U.S. Route 60. Travel west on Route 60 to Laburnum Avenue. Travel Laburnum Avenue south to Darbytown Road. Take east on Darbytown Road, eight miles to Route 156 and Willis Church Road. Travel three miles on Route 156 to cemetery.
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.
Fresh cut flowers may be placed at gravesites at any time using cemetery-supplied floral vases. The vases may be found in a bin at the front of the cemetery next to the trash receptacle.
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
The National Cemetery Administration, working in collaboration with the National Park Service's Richmond National Battlefield Park, has developed a walking tour for Glendale National Cemetery highlighting select servicemembers interred here:
Glendale National Cemetery - Walking Tour More than half of VA's national cemeteries originated with the Civil War and many are closed to some burials. Other sites were established to serve World War veterans and they continue to expand. Historic themes related with NCA's cemeteries and soldiers' lots vary, but visitors should understand "Why is it here?" NCA began by installing interpretive signs, or waysides, at more than 100 properties to observe the Civil War Sesquicentennial (2011–2015). Please follow the links below to see the interpretive signs for Glendale National Cemetery.
Nearest cemeteries
The three closest veteran cemeteries to Glendale National Cemetery (by straight-line distance):
- Seven Pines National Cemetery — Sandston, VA (7 mi · closed)
- Fort Harrison National Cemetery — Richmond, VA (7 mi · closed)
- City Point National Cemetery — Hopewell, VA (10 mi · closed)
Nearby veteran-friendly funeral homes
The following funeral homes within a 50-mile radius of Glendale National Cemetery have demonstrated a commitment to serving veterans through specialized services, VA benefits coordination, or dedicated honors details.
Washington Memorial Park is a premier funeral home located at 6217 Memorial Drive in Sandston, VA. The property features well-appointed spaces including chapel, waterside views, and mausoleums. Professional offerings include traditional burial, lawn crypts, and mausoleum entombment, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $810. Direct cremation services are provided starting at $1,045. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Hindu Funeral Traditions, Muslim Funeral Traditions, Christian (Protestant) Funeral Traditions, and Jewish Funeral Traditions.
Bermuda Memorial Park is a premier funeral home located at 1901 Bermuda Hundred Road in Chester, VA. The property features well-appointed spaces including cemetery property, landscaped gardens, and monuments. Professional offerings include cemetery services, traditional ground burial, and lawn crypts, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Asian Funeral Traditions, Buddhist Funeral Traditions, Catholic Funeral Traditions, Hispanic Funeral Traditions, Qingming Festival, Hindu Funeral Traditions, Muslim Funeral Traditions, Christian Funeral Traditions, Jewish Funeral Traditions, Black Funeral Traditions, Chung Yeung Festival, and Día de los Muertos. The firm's dedication to service is reflected in their 2.6-star Google rating across 10 reviews.
Scott-Lightfoot Funeral Home is a premier funeral home located at 3021 North Street in Richmond, VA. The property features well-appointed spaces including scott's chapel. Professional offerings include traditional funeral services, personalized funeral services, and limousine services, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. Direct cremation services are provided starting at $2,030. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Baptist and Masonic.
Bennett Funeral Homes is a premier funeral home located at 8014 Lee Davis Road in Mechanicsville, VA. With deep roots in the community, they provide a peaceful and accommodating environment to honor the memory of loved ones.
Walter J. Manning Funeral Home is a premier funeral home located at 700 North 25th St. in Richmond, VA. The property features well-appointed spaces including chapel and funeral home. Professional offerings include funeral services, memorial services, and graveside services, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $1,365. Direct cremation services are provided starting at $1,365. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Catholic, Non-denominational Christian, National Baptist Convention, Southern Baptist Convention, American Baptist Churches, Episcopal, United Methodist, Assemblies of God, Muslim, Presbyterian, Reform Judaism, Church of God in Christ, Progressive National Baptist Convention, and Church of our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith.
Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service is a premier funeral home located at 6500 Iron Bridge Road in North Chesterfeld, VA. The property features well-appointed spaces including modern facility, reception center, and visitation room. Professional offerings include funeral service, cremation services, and pre-planning, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $4,145. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $7,145, while direct cremation is available from $4,145.
E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes is a premier funeral home located at 2033 Boulevard in Colonial Heights, VA. The property features well-appointed spaces including colonial heights chapel, crater road chapel, and on-site crematory. Professional offerings include funeral services, cremation services, and traditional services, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $2,300. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $3,250, while direct cremation is available from $3,175. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Catholic, Baptist, and United Methodist.
March Funeral Homes - Laburnum Chapel is a premier funeral home located at 2110 E. Laburnum Avenue in Richmond, VA. With deep roots in the community, they provide a peaceful and accommodating environment to honor the memory of loved ones.