West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery Development & Expansion Association

06/03/2026

On Memorial Day, the Association kicked off a new campaign to fund the Medal of Honor Memorial, our latest planned addition to the WHVC Memorial Walkway. The proposed MoH Memorial will serve as a permanent tribute to SFC Rodney JT Yano, Hawai'i Island's first Medal of Honor recipient, and a framework to recognize those who may follow.

If you'd like to donate, please scan the QR Code, click on bit.ly/WHVCMOH, or send your donation to:
WHVCDEA
PO Box 1788
Kealakekua, HI 96750

Thank you for your support.

05/26/2026

On Sunday, May 24, 2026, members of the Midnight Riders and other motorcycle clubs paid their respects to our fallen heroes at West Hawai'i Veterans Cemetery in advance of Memorial Day. Special thanks to Association Vice President Julie Ignacio for hosting the event.

05/26/2026

Over 300 people gathered for the Memorial Day ceremony at West Hawai'i Veterans Cemetery to honor those Veterans who sacrificed their lives defending our country. Mayor Alameda was today's guest speaker and spoke about how Veterans provide the freedoms we enjoy today. It was a memorable day.

03/12/2026

03/11/2026

A huge thanks to nine Sailors from the USS Daniel K. Inouye (DDG-118) who took time during Navy Week Hawai'i to clean headstones at West Hawai'i Veterans Cemetery and honor those who served before them. They also received a special briefing from a member of the WHVC Honor Guard on the rifles used in burial ceremonies, and even got a chance to shoot. A meaningful morning all around. These men and women represent the best of what wearing the uniform means. We are grateful. ⚓🤙🏻🇺🇲

03/04/2026

The cemetery will be open on Sunday, March 29, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM in honor of Vietnam Veterans Day. Docents will be on duty to assist visitors.