Section 180-RICR-20-00-1.3 - Reservations and Special GravesitesA. The Cemetery Administrator, or his or her designee, will assign a gravesite for the eligible veteran or family member only at the time of interment. This policy is required for the efficient operation of the cemetery and safety of both cemetery personnel and visitors.B. Gravesites1. Military rank, civilian stature, race, ethnicity, wartime service, or religious preference are given no consideration in the assignment of the gravesite. All gravesites are equal; each has a uniform type of flat granite marker as authorized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. No other grave marker is permitted at the RIVMC.
2. One (1) gravesite is authorized for the interment of all eligible dependents, except where the Administrator determines soil conditions require more than one (1) grave, as religious faith requirements dictate, or the number of family decedents requires more than one (1) grave.3. A gravesite is not reserved before it is needed for burial. The RIVMC will attempt to honor reservations made prior to January 1, 2003, unless the selected site is no longer viable for interment.4. An eligible veteran or an eligible family member may choose a burial niche for cremated remains, an in-ground burial for cremated remains, or a full casketed in-ground burial. One (1) gravesite will be used for all eligible family members, except as indicated in § 1.3(B)(2) of this Part. The use of both a gravesite and a burial niche will not be authorized.C. Exceptions. Any exceptions to this policy will require the written approval of the Cemetery Administrator.180 R.I. Code R. 180-RICR-20-00-1.3
Amended effective 2/2/2021