Beaufort, October 16, 2025
News Summary
Beaufort National Cemetery hosted a walking tour and memorial events for veterans, led by volunteer Bonnie Wade Mucia. Community volunteers are sought for the upcoming flags placement event as the cemetery prepares for Memorial Day. The cemetery honors over 28,000 veterans, and an upcoming memorial service for Vietnam War veteran SP4 Horrell White is scheduled, open to the public.
Beaufort National Cemetery hosted a walking tour and memorial events for veterans on October 7, 2025. Members and guests of the Beaufort Republican Women’s Club participated in a guided walking tour of the cemetery, which is located at 1601 Boundary Street in Beaufort. The tour was led by Bonnie Wade Mucia, a volunteer docent, who shared insights about the historic site.
Beaufort National Cemetery is one of the oldest national cemeteries in the United States, established 162 years ago. It serves as the final resting place for over 28,000 veterans and eligible family members. Among the interred are veterans from multiple conflicts, ranging from the Second Seminole War and Spanish-American War to World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War, the Persian Gulf, and Afghanistan, including peacetime veterans.
In light of Memorial Day approaching, the cemetery is seeking community volunteers to assist in placing flags at nearly 25,000 graves on Friday, May 23. Flag placement will start at 6 PM and continue until all flags are placed. The National Cemetery provides the flags, and individuals or groups, such as schools, churches, or scout troops, are encouraged to participate. Those interested in organizing a “Flags In” event must contact the cemetery by May 16.
This year’s “Flags Out” ceremony, where the public is invited to remove flags from graves, is scheduled for the week of Memorial Day, with groups encouraged to coordinate individual events. Recently, an unclaimed committal service for U.S. Army veteran Rex Edwards Bills was held at the cemetery, attended by civilians, veterans, and active-duty service members. Bills passed away at 63, and the service included participation from his co-workers and various veteran organizations.
The Beaufort National Cemetery is dedicated to ensuring that all veterans receive burial benefits and military honors, regardless of whether family members are able to claim them. An upcoming memorial service is scheduled for Vietnam War veteran SP4 Horrell White on June 24, 2025, at 10 AM, with the public invited to attend.
Contact Information
For further information about the cemetery or to schedule a tour, individuals can call 843-524-3925.
Event Summary
| Event | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Walking Tour | Oct. 7, 2025 | Guided tour of Beaufort National Cemetery by Bonnie Wade Mucia |
| Flags In | May 23, 2025 | Volunteers place flags at veterans’ graves starting at 6 PM. |
| Flags Out | Week of Memorial Day, 2025 | Public event to remove flags from gravesites. |
| Memorial Service for Rex Edwards Bills | Recently Held | Committal service for unclaimed U.S. Army veteran |
| Memorial Service for SP4 Horrell White | June 24, 2025, at 10 AM | Memorial service for Vietnam War veteran, open to the public. |
FAQ
What events were held at Beaufort National Cemetery on October 7, 2025?
Members and guests of the Beaufort Republican Women’s Club enjoyed a walking tour of Beaufort National Cemetery.
Where is Beaufort National Cemetery located?
The cemetery is located at 1601 Boundary Street in Beaufort.
Who led the walking tour of the cemetery?
The tour was led by Bonnie Wade Mucia, a volunteer docent.
How many veterans are interred at Beaufort National Cemetery?
The cemetery is the final resting place for over 28,000 veterans and eligible family members.
What wars are represented by veterans at the cemetery?
Veterans interred at the cemetery include those from the Second Seminole War, Spanish-American War, Civil War, World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War, Persian Gulf, Afghanistan, and peacetime veterans.
When is the “Flags In” event happening?
Flag placing begins at 6 PM on May 23 and continues until all flags are placed.
How can individuals or groups volunteer for the flag-placing event?
Individuals or groups are encouraged to volunteer and should contact the cemetery by May 16 to schedule a “Flags In” event.
What other events are scheduled at the cemetery?
An upcoming memorial service is scheduled for Vietnam War veteran SP4 Horrell White on June 24th, 2025, at 10 AM, with the public invited to attend.
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Additional Resources
- Your Island News: Beaufort Republican Women’s Club
- Explore Beaufort SC: Beaufort National Cemetery Memorial Day Flag Volunteers
- WSAV: Beaufort National Cemetery Holds Unclaimed Service for Veteran
- Allen Funeral Home: Delores L. Middleton Obituary
- Adams Funeral Services: Mr. Samuel Baxter Sr. Obituary
- Wikipedia: Memorial Day
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Veteran
- Google Search: Beaufort National Cemetery
- Google Scholar: National Cemeteries USA
- Google News: Memorial Day Events Beaufort
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