To set the context of my review, I was heading home after participating in the XtraKredit Feed The IE project in which was actually a short drive away from RNC. I took the opportunity to visit my grandpa, to pay my respects, and to share the real and great things I have done in the month of November. I was glad to find that the RNC was open on Thanksgiving Day and it was easy to get in and easy to get out. I hope to honor my grandpa the more and more I tell stories here on Google and everywhere else that I post reviews and stories. Thank you to everyone who served, and thank you to everyone who has family and friends that served and took the opportunity on the Day of Thanksgiving to honor, to respect, and to love their buried loved ones at RNC.

Came to visit my mother who is buried here - first time visiting since we held her service there back in February. Very well maintained... and she has an excellent view of the grounds where she is at.

This is one of the most beautiful cemeteries that Ive ever been to. The grounds are immaculately kept and the staff is amazing, very respectful, helpful and compassionate. Im proud to have my Dads final resting place here with all the other courageous Veterans that proudly served our great country. Thanks to all of you for your valiant service. Rest in peace

My husband is here and one day I will be joining him. I walk around and see all his comrads that are buried there and it brings tears to my eyes. It is such a beautiful and peaceful place.

My father is laid to rest geee, so are two of my grandparents, uncle. Very beautiful grounds and love how the workers are veterans themselves

Its a shame that they have a security guard, Lou Stefano, that call people the B word and live-streaming on you-tube while on holly ground. I have tried to reach out to them but they do not care enough to answer. That guard went on to call me a Fa**ot. Not knowing who I am and the guard stated his boss doesnt care. Horrible anyway. God bless you ad yours.

We went as a group for Wreaths Across America Day in early December. After a beautiful ceremony honoring the gold star mothers we placed wreaths on the graves. The cemetery is peaceful and the landscaping is well kept.

Thank you for allowing these wonderful people to ride through and honor our heroes.

Well maintained and peaceful.

Both of my Parents are enterned here!

Both parents are here it’s beautiful here

My Father was burried at this facility 28 years ago on April 8th 2020. My mother joined him March 16th 2017. The volunteers do an outstanding job at this cemetery! We have always been treated well. I highly recommend this cemetery for your loved ones!

Overjoyed that anyone big or small can partake in the humbling events at the RNC. It is a great learning tool to teach our next generation who we should be looking up to. Memorial day Flag placement (May)/pick up (June) and Wreaths placement (December)/pick up(January)

The cemetery is nice, but staff needs to learn how to talk to people. Just lost a loved one, and instead of answering my questions, I was cut off and made to feel worse than I did before I called. Be compassionate and listen to what the person is saying before giving an answer that doesn’t tell them what they need to know.

Im on my way...great place..have friends &Family..

Very beautiful, serene and well groomed property. My uncle who was my hero was recently interred joining my Aunt. I can’t imagine a more dignified place.

Beautiful place God bless our military. Proud to have my grandparents resting in this beautiful place

Love the atmosphere! Always a pleasant experience! Miss my parents and love getting to have some quiet time with them, even though they are gone.The staff is always very helpful and courteous.

Home to my father, love you dad.

Extremely disrespectful to not only my deceased Uncle but to the family and friends that showed up to see him buried. The lady rushed us, yelled at us, and started the burying process before everyone was able to get to the plot. The lady only gave us 2 minutes to grieve because we were supposedly “not on the schedule”. We were not able to take pictures because she was standing in front of the plot instead of moving aside and were told to be quiet and get out of the way for another family.

Staff was amazing and went above and beyond for my dads service.

Wanting more information on internment. For my father, mother, and brother( when he passes) will all be together in their urns and in a family vault. I called regarding questions of eligibility on the phone. The fellow I spoke with made light of the subject. Even commented I should find a military man! Insulted to say the least! At age 64 my last wishes are cremation and to be with my parents/Family! Although not in the military--. I did serve Americas people as a nurse 20 years! I wish I had known required eligibility in 2009!! It seems they change requirements often. Now I am waiting for information of expenses . To relocate Urns somy family can be together. Very disappointed of this inconvenience and unprofessional behavior.

Very Clean This is where my Pops is laid to rest

My husband and I visited my great aunt and uncle and my cousin over the summer. Was so easy to find them and we had some assistance from employees!! Beautiful place to visit and be interned at.

It was the perfect place to go back in time and to pay my respects for those unsung HEROES who made us all Safe at all costs and those who made the Ultimate Sacrifice....

My husband and I met with his childhood friend and his wife at Riverside National Cemetery to both pay respects to our friends mother, the last of our parents to join the other three, and to memorialize the two WWII couples who were best friends for 75 years and are now completely together for eternity. The Cemetery Staff was not only professional with our requests but also respectful in suggesting how we might want to proceed with our memorial. The experience was just perfect, and our parents would be proud. Our own experience, and that of our friends, was enhanced by staying at the Ayers Hotel (4 minutes away) and sharing a great meal nearby at Applebees. We were able to visit and remember wonderful stories of the folks.

My stepdad was put to rest there it was so hard on my mom of course they were the best couldn’t been treated any better.

Best in the nation

We buried dad here. This place is very well maintained and has beautiful green grass throughout the cemetery. You can look up burial site location through kiosk located just outside the main building. Also you can walk around and read about war heros.

Outstanding!!!!! My folks service was this morning. I have not seen a more beautiful resting place. The staff showed such respect and kindness. Hats off to the grounds crews and those that gently handled mom and dads service.

Well kept

Honor Guard

May My Dad Rest In Peace. R.I.P. No amount of Stars or Reviews could ever take the place of a Marine, Navy, Army, Air Force Soldier and Etc... Its A very beautiful place to visit and/or bury Your Loved one. The staff here are very helpful and very kind and courteous. Ive buried my both my grandfathers and my eldest brother and a few family and friends here. And all I have to say is Thank you Riverside National Cemetery for everything and for making our fathers burial a beautiful one. Amen

Beautiful Resting place for my best friend..No better place for STEVE .

First off R.i.p to all whove served and all the family members that are with them. Ive came here since i was a little girl with my grandma to visit my grandpa very peaceful and relaxing we used to feed the ducks in the pond and walk around and see all of the other fallen soldiers. Lovely cemetery.

Every time i go never a bad experience always clean and well maintained i have two uncles here

This is one place that I can go to pay respects to my mentor who fought in veitnam.Mr Bright was a great teacher and always had made sure everything was taken care of. Thanks for his service.My uncle which I knew little about is also here.

Very Majestic place.

My beloved Father wished to be buried with his Brothers & Sisters at Cemetery.. They Honor my Father with the most Respect Salute the day of burial.... He is forever my Hero, my best friend and my Angel that alway lifts me up coming here to visit is so peaceful & I know he is always with me in spirit & heart..

It really is a beautiful final resting place for men and women (their spouses too) who served our country. I was informed by their staff that they have up to 40 services a day. For those who are wondering, that is why it takes 3-4 weeks to get a burial date. Also, the reason why you have 30 minutes max under the pergola for your service. Its best to arrive at the staging area 30 minutes prior. restrooms are clean. No pets are allowed.

I find it rather fitting that my father was interred here. My father was in the Navy, the Army, and in the National Guard. He served overseas in the Navy, and when his time was up he served at home as a National Guard. My father loved being in the armed services. He loved what he did. He loved what he saw. He loved what adventures came his way. And because of that, though, my father was always away. As a child, I will always remember those time when he was gone. Those voids were long and sad. But more importantly, I will always remember the times when he came back, those were the happiest times in my life because he would always tell me stories of what he did, what he saw, and where he went. His stories are what I miss the most, because my father was a quiet man by nature and I rarely heard his voice.Joy and happiness are really the last things you associate with cemetaries and coming here was hard at first, but that old adage is true: time does indeed heal all wounds. Although I wouldnt say Im happy coming here now, I find the Riverside National Cemetery quite serene and peaceful. This place is actually beautiful. It is wide and open. The grass is lush and green. The trees stand tall and proud. And if you close your eyes, all you hear is the occasional breeze and the solemn sounds of silence, perfect for reflection and remembering those who had passed. In life my father was a hard working man, and now in death he can rest peacefully in this beautiful place.

“Honors”Riverside national cemetery is 2nd only to Arlington. It is beautiful landscaped and well kept. Air Force honors are provided by the Blue Eagles Honor Guard out of Edwards AFB Ca. It is one of the busiest in California. It is the home of the Medal of Honor wall. For our veterans military honors will always be provided. Contact for...

Love this place. My parents are both buried here. The staff is sweet and caring. Very helpful and nice. Love coming here every time Im in town.

My mother recently passed away and for years she told me and my family this is where she would like to be buried I would always say why riverside and she would reply because it’s a nice place until I seen this cemeteryIt is one of the nicest place ,very clean, peacefulMy words cannot express how nice it isThe employees or vey respectful

Such a moving experience to witness a service there today. The veteran volunteers were incredible and caring, even though they have 40 services a day to tend to. I will never forget today.

My father was a WWII combat vet in the Pacific. We interred him here with a color guard and it was awesome. Great followup in the preparation, and a very dignified and honorable ceremony. If I could give 6 stars I would, Riverside VA is wonderful

There are a lot of dead people here, but other than that, awesome, clean and does justice.

My grandpa lays here to rest.. His memorial was beautiful and peaceful but most of all, heart breaking. Im so happy to have him where his parents are too. Its a beautiful cemetery and I know hes happy there. My grandma is pleased that she too will be here with him. I miss you grandpa, Ill see you again one day. Dont forget me.

Loving and caring. The staff there is 5 star :-). Both my grandparents (grandpa was a Navy man, WWII)were both laid to rest there in February 2014 it was a beautiful service, the taps and 21 gun salute was the best. It doesnt have any grass around it yet, but at least their headstone looks really nice. The atmosphere there is very serene and comforting along with being the most beautiful place you could ever see.:-)

Dwight B Duco USMC, Rest in Peace my Brother

It is a very nice place to visit your loved ones. It is very well kept and gives a powerful effect to those that see it.

Very honored to have Riverside National Cemetery for my parents final resting place. Its very beautiful and peaceful here. Thank you to all our Veterans. God Bless America

Very respectful place.

The atmosphere and surroundings is tranquil. My father was laid to rest nearly 30 years ago and each time I come here it make me fill at peace and spend time with my Dad. Riverside National is the ultimate final resting for any loved one. May God bless my Dads soul......

Amazing experience with my father and brother. Beautiful services and beautiful cemetary grounds. Staff is awesome as well.

In remembrances of Mom and Poppa

This is a beautiful cemetery I have a lot of family buried here. When we came on Friday the 15th to celebrate my grandmas life. We were rushed and yelled at . Hurry lets go, now you only get 20 min. They started before we could all sit down.The lady was very rude. No consideration for my 92 year old grandmas funeral. We were told lets go I have another funeral waiting. The whole service was less than 20 min. We didnt even get to take a picture of the urn. She just picked it up and said you have to move to your cars. Being a wife of a solder is not easy and she deserved a better funeral then what was given. I hope that you read these reviews and talk to the employees who are running the services. We are all very unhappy and sad that it turned out this way..

Riverside National Cemetery is a beautiful place to be put to rest.I am so happy my wife, Jackie, and I will be placed here when our lives reach their end. I count it an honor to have served my country and an even greater honor to be among others who did the same.

The final resting place for my dearly loved and very much missed mother and father. Charles and Jean Watts. Your in good hands till we can be together again

Beautiful Cemetery

Very Beautiful and Very Professional Staff here. Laid to rest a Favorite Uncle here yesterday 8-11-14 and the services were not only heartfelt given by the Pastor but the Navy people were very nice and sensitive to our loss. The music of TAPS being played while overlooking the lake and trees that surrounded us gave all of us peace and comfort. Even a cool breeze flowed around us while the music played.. Our Uncle would have been very proud that his nephew took the time to have his body brought here from San Francisco to be his final resting place closer to family.

Beautiful cemetery, the staff is very professional and accommodating. We visited on a very cold and windy day and the gentleman who was escorting us pulled a (shade? Windscreen?) open. It was a small gesture, but greatly appreciated.

Hello people if you look with the name arthur white veterans navy and taeko j white can you take a picture and put in the comment plz I can not see my parents because I have no car i dont have transports.plz thank youui

It is beautiful and very well maintained. You can feel the respect in the air. Im proud to have my father rest here.

Absolutely beautiful place for a dear loved one. The Veterans involved with us were all kind and helpful. We love Yolanda.

The cemetary is open 365 days a year? Who said its closed saturdsy and sunday. The office is closed saturday and sunday nit not the plot areas outdoors

We just visited mom and dad. The two that helpedus out with water. Very good guys. Thank you

Johns burial was full honors, it was beautiful. Its beautiful and peaceful there. Im honored the military has such a beautiful final resting place for their soldiers that served our country.

I’d give it a five, but one stall toilet for all these visitors is ridiculous. Year after year you keep expanding but you have one toilet...ridiculous.

Only a hint of the reality can be seen. Such a beautiful home for my Daddy and all that rest here.

“Memorial”First time here. Until recently, I have never had friends buried here. Respect for our fallen veterans is displayed well here. When in Riverside, take some time to visit our nations best.

My dad, S1c Stanley H. Taylor USN, was interred @ Riverside 25 years ago. :Remember me but let me go.I miss you dad and think of you a lot.the picture of your plot was kindly sent to me by a volunteer.Save a lawn chair for me, I will be seeing you in heaven.your son.

Its the home of the brave(Thank You )

Beautifully landscaped and well kept. So glad my father is in his final resting place.

We buried my Father here a little over a month ago. The staff and volunteers are/were unfailingly kind, courteous and professional. A beautiful place and my Fathers final wish. RIP Dad.

My father, a career Marine is resting in the National Cemetery. My mothers ashes lay on top of his casket. My brothers and I are so thankful & grateful to the National Cemetery that our parents were laid to rest in that manner, placed as my mother wanted.My parents have a beautiful view of green fields and a rolling hill. The National Cemetery is immaculate, the atmosphere is laden with respect and the breeze, pond and birds bring life to the Cemetery.Every time I visit the National Cemetery grounds, I walk the stretch of asphalt path leading to the grand circular art of stone; the stone has the symbols & mottos (written in Latin) of American Military branches intricately inlaid into the stone. When the flags are displayed around the grand circle, I am prone to stop and just stare at the majestic sight and reflect upon how thankful I am that others sacrificed their personal wants so that I could live, freely.Thank you National Cemetery employees for taking care of your clients & taking pride in your work; my giving parents sacrificed much of their lives, therefore they deserve the best and I thank you so much for making sure they receive it.

Let me preface this by saying it is a very beautiful place, on the outside. On the inside, however, youll find that the staff you may interact with are terribly rude. I am a delivery guy, I deliver flowers. Sometimes I deliver them to services, today was one of those days. I had two services to go to within 15 minuets of each other so naturally I went to the one that was supposed to be done first, the one at Riverside National. When i finally found the group for my delivery they were still talking to the employee who was guiding them so I unloaded my stand of flowers and walked over then patiently waited for them to be done. After they had finished up the employee walks over to me and before I can ask him if I was in the right place or if anyone would take these flowers, the man says Get back in your car. just like that. After a slight pause he says that they dont know where the service will take place so i will have to wait and that if I didnt wait i wouldnt be delivering them, all this while the family just watched me no one taking the flowers no one lifted a finger. So I load up the car again and wait. And I wait. Finally they figure out where they are going and I follow them. Eventually we get to a small road that leads to what I thought would be a small parking area so I kept on trucking, boy was I wrong. Suddenly this caravan stops on this road and everyone gets out and parks. So Im stuck with having to reverse out after the kind gentleman in front of me, who could see my visible anger and frustration, finally took the flowers off my hands. After I reverse out (a 1/4 mile reverse out) I start my way back out, and get lost. Thats when I notice security following me. I thought to myself, hey maybe theyll help me out so I pull over and roll the window down and ask the lady if she could tell me how to get out and instead of answering my question she says something along the lines of just pulled out of there and you drove on the grass didnt you. So clearly the man from before called the security to come and harass me because he thought so little of me that he assumed I would drive over graves to get out of there. After telling her no i reversed out cause Im not a prick she told me how to leave and I got out. I missed the other funeral by an hour and a half.I will make sure no one i know comes to be laid to rest here.

Peaceful everyone should be happy in order for us to see are love ones being taken care of ...In such a wonderful place.before it was just dirt now my husband has green grass..and he does not have to mow.....he was and is still a wonderful man and deserves this place of peace.god bless him....Baby I love you and miss you dearly so very much....

What a great place to honor our nations heroes. This is the busiest National Cemetery in the Country. They offer 1/2 hour shelter services. The Medal of Honor Memorial is awesome.

Wreaths across America Celebration awesome experience highly recommended all being made possible by Volunteers celebrating our falling heroes from all the military branches

Not open late enough. I didnt get of work till 4pm in Orange County on my birthday. And I got denied because I could make it in time. All I wanted to do was see my dad on my birthday, but no. Angry

Beautiful place, both my grandparents are buried there

My brother was buried there my mother was buried there and now my father will be thereNice caring and thoughtful people there

Both of my grandparents rest here, beautiful place, moving services.

We visit my father in law . Very nice placeThe cemetery is open daily just not the office website is clear on that .This cemetery is very special & Thank you

One of the finest National Cemeteries in our Nation. The staff are always professional and kind. You folks are the best.

Beautiful place, very helpful staff who were also respectfully courteous. The Honor shown my relatives was amazing, and very much appreciated.

Some of the least sympathetic people i have ever met in my life .bad information and little concern for you and your grief strickenfamily at a low point in there lives.only answer i can think off is thy do not like there jobs and feel under paidand want to go home early.who hired them some one just like them.get all the facts you can from more than one representative so you do not suffer the humiliation and lake of concern from those in charg we did

Happy to be able to enjoy a 4th of July celebration there this year. Beautiful grounds and fabulous celebration of the 4th of July.

Im so proud to have my dad buried in this cemetery. He was born on 4th of July, 1921....died on Thanksgiving day 2004......and buried on December 7th 2004 with military honors. His boot camp was at March Air Force Base (across the highway). Such on honor. All the national cemeteries are awesome especially Arlington.

My father is buried there and now recently my brother in law and this place is so beautiful place to put a family member to rest and peace Id give this a million star if I could... God bless Ronald dale cowan and Bill Fraser and the staff there are very helpful to you and keep the place clean!!

Great place to give honor

I just wanted to say my thank yous to RNC for my Husbands recent funeral services.They were just beautiful...and what a beautiful day it was for him.It was windy,and sunny,the gorgeous blue lake just added to the already beautiful scenery.Such nice and respectful servicemen and women who resided over the services,as well as performed T.A.P.S.The gun salute gave me chills and goosebumps as we said our goodbyes to a beloved Father,Husband,and Grandfather...God bless all of u who made this sad day,moving,special and memorable for my entire family...I cant wait to go back to visit again...

This place is awesome and beautiful. My Mom is surely at peace here

Its beautiful.Great place for my dad to rest.

A beautiful place, great care takers and so many good people working the grounds to make your visit smooth.

Resting place for my in-laws. Well laid out, beautiful shrine for our loved ones to rest.

This is the most respected Riverside National Cemetery of all time, they take care of our family members that are there with them, an each an every holiday they always honor each an every one of them for the job well done they have done while they were here on earth with us...in Jesus name Amen, an god bless each an every one of them that take care of our love ones when were not there with them...

Very well kept cemetary