Final Salute Lays 16 Unclaimed Veterans to Rest in Iowa

Final Salute lays 16 unclaimed veterans to rest in Iowa

Sixteen unclaimed veterans were flown by helicopter to an Iowa cemetery and honored at a special Final Salute ceremony.

Final Salute reaches milestone of 100 veterans buried since 2018

DES MOINES, Iowa -- Final Salute held its eighth annual service honoring 16 unclaimed veterans, marking a milestone of 100 veterans and spouses laid to rest by the organization since 2018. The service honored individuals who served across four branches of the military, including the U.S. Army, U.S. Marines, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy. [...]

16 unclaimed Iowa veterans will be laid to rest Saturday

A central Iowa nonprofit will lay 16 unclaimed veterans to rest Saturday, marking its 100th burial.

Final Salute Buries 16 Unclaimed Veterans in Iowa

Final Salute laid 16 unclaimed veterans to rest at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, marking the nonprofit's 100th burial with a helicopter escort.