Fort Bliss National Cemetery
Fort Bliss National Cemetery is a national or military cemetery in El Paso, United States. It was established in 1894. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Wikidata records 22 notable interments here, including Sherman Hemsley, John Stapp, Alvin Moore.
At a glance
| Location | El Paso, United States |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 31.82330, -106.42360 (source: Wikidata) |
| Established | 1894 |
| Type | National and military, Historic and heritage |
| Era | 1800s |
| Heritage status | NRHP 16000066 |
| Website | www.cem.va.gov |
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Notable interments
22 notable figures are documented here in Wikidata, each with a Wikipedia article and recorded burial place.
- Sherman Hemsley (1938–2012), actor, comedian, stage actor
- John Stapp (1910–1999), physician, aircraft pilot, soldier
- Alvin Moore (1891–1972), military officer, dressage rider
- Terry de la Mesa Allen (1888–1969), military personnel, major general, polo player
- Hobart R. Gay (1894–1983), military personnel
- Goose Tatum (1921–1967), basketball player, baseball player
- George V. Underwood, Jr. (1913–1984), military personnel
- Victor H. Espinoza (1928–1986), military personnel
- Ambrosio Guillen (1929–1953), military personnel
- Benito Martinez (1932–1952), military personnel
- Alfred P.C. Petsch (1887–1981), politician
- Alfred P.C. Petsch (1887–1981), politician
- Bobby Dobbs (1922–1986), military officer, American football player
- John G. Rossi (1961–2016), military officer
- William O. Wooldridge (1922–2012), military personnel, soldier
- Mike Brumbelow (1906–1977), basketball player, basketball coach, American football player
- Harry Varner (1885–1970), physician, American football coach
- Tom Chisari (1922–1995), head coach
- Alfred Masters (1916–1975)
- Q46989386 (1851–1934), architect
- Jan Herring (1923–2000), artist
- Q56278514 (1913–1965), American football player
Common questions
Where is Fort Bliss National Cemetery?
Fort Bliss National Cemetery is in El Paso, United States, at coordinates 31.8233, -106.4236.
When was Fort Bliss National Cemetery established?
Fort Bliss National Cemetery was established in 1894, according to Wikidata.
Who is buried at Fort Bliss National Cemetery?
Wikidata documents 22 notable interments at Fort Bliss National Cemetery, including Sherman Hemsley, John Stapp, Alvin Moore, Terry de la Mesa Allen, Hobart R. Gay.
Records and sources
- Wikidata: Q5470827 (CC0, the source for the facts on this page)
- Wikipedia article
- Burial records on Find a Grave (external, not affiliated)