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Our Mission is to stand as a final, silent witness at every burial atCape Canaveral National Cemetery to honor our veterans.
We are a non-profit organization and any donations are welcomed.

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Words from Families

 

Dear Ladies,

Too often we do not remember a kindness from others that they did not have to do.  Such was your card as it touched our hearts.    It was appreciated.

The Family of John Metz

 

Dear Cape Canaveral Ladies!

We are so grateful for the outpouring of love for our family.  We will always remember your kindness.

Jimmie and Family

 

Dear Ladies,

Too often we do not remember a kindness from others that they did not have to do.  Such was your card as it touched our hearts.    It was appreciated.

The Family of John Metz

 

Cape Canaveral Ladies,

Your expression of sympathy shown to our family at the cemetery will always be remembered.

 

The Family of Charles B. Younger

 

Cape Canaveral Ladies,

The kindness, support and love you have shown us in this very difficult time will always be remembered.  Your words of encouragement were helpful.                                                 

David and the Harris Family
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National Cemetery Administration

Cape Canaveral National Cemetery

Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, located in Mims, Florida, is a significant and serene resting place for veterans and their families. Dedicated on November 20, 2015, the cemetery spans 318 acres and serves over 163,000 veterans, their spouses, and minor children. It offers various burial options, including in-ground casket burials and above-ground columbaria for cremated remains. The cemetery is open daily from sunrise to sunset, providing a peaceful environment for visitors to pay their respects.

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Our Mission

Our Mission is to stand as a final, silent witness at every burial at
Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, since its inception in 2016, to honor our veterans with a final thank you. As of June 2025, there have been over 17,000 burials at the cemetery. A Cape Canaveral Lady has been at each one.

The Cape Canaveral Ladies

We are a non-profit organization and any donations are welcomed. Donations cover the cost of printing the sympathy cards each family receives as well as recruitment and administration costs.