Cobb Veterans Memorial

10/13/2026

Please register to take part in Erick Allen's Cobb Veterans Memorial Virtual Open House on Thursday, Oct 15, at 7:00.

'Join Commissioner Erick Allen for a Virtual Open House on Thursday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. Commissioner Allen will share key updates on the Veterans Memorial project and welcomes your feedback and community input. Commissioner Erick Allen will share key updates on the Veterans Memorial project at a Virtual Open House 7:00 PM Thursday, Oct. 15. Join in for the updates and provide your feedback.'

You can register by going to Commissioner Allen's District 2 website:
https://www.cobbcounty.gov/board/district-commissioners/district-2-commissioner

Scroll about halfway down, and you will see the green block that reads "Cobb Veterans Memorial Open House".
You can click the 'Register for Cobb Veterans Memorial Open House' button, which will take you to a Webex page that will ask you to click another Register button for the webinar.
Then a pop-up will appear asking for your first name, last name, and email address. Fill that out and click the final register button, and I believe all is done. You will receive an email saying that you have registered.

During the Virtual Open House, a Survey will be posted on the same District 2 website posted above. If you have not filled one out, please take a few minutes to complete the Online Survey and submit it so that your voice is heard. This will be available until November 1st at 11:59 PM.

We hope that all of you can attend on Thursday, and we thank you in advance for making your voices heard.

10/13/2026

Cobb Veterans Memorial Foundation wishes the
United States Navy a very
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

To support CVMF: https://cobbveteransmemorial.com/

10/12/2026

Our American Legion Post 29 Marietta friends and Veterans do so much for the Veterans in our community. This is a great way to support them.

10/12/2026

'May we think of freedom, not as the right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right.'
Reverend Peter Marshall, US Senate Chaplain, 1974

Please take a few minutes this week to sponsor wreaths for Marietta National Cemetery.

TO sponsor a wreath, you can:
- Scan the QR Code in the green image.
- Click this link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/171146/Overview/?related=0
- Call the phone number listed in the green image and tell them you would like to sponsor wreaths for the Marietta National Cemetery THROUGH Cobb Veterans Memorial Foundation.

As of 11:15 today, 10.15.26: MNC has: 1,844 Wreaths Sponsored; Is 9.8% to Goal; And 17,002 To Go in 7.5 weeks.
We believe that Cobb County and the surrounding Veterans supporters can do this. We have to step up and do it.

'Who kept the faith and fought the fight; the glory is theirs, the duty is ours.'
Wallace Bruce Matthew Carruthers

https://cobbveteransmemorial.com/

Photo of Marietta National Cemetery in the snow by T.D.Jorgensen.

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

CVMF is honored by this Letter to the Editor.

Robert Maynard is a US Army Veteran having served in the Active Army and National Guard for 34 years. He served a tour in Viet Nam as a Chinook (CH-47) helicopter pilot and assistant G3 air for the 25th Division. He was awarded 32 air medals, 2 Bronze Stars, and the Legion of Merit.

This letter is about the importance of the Memorial to the Veterans of Cobb County and to Cobb County itself. It is clear that to him, it is more than just a structure:

"In an era where living memory of major wars is fading, the memorial ensures that the stories, values, and sacrifices of our veterans remain part of Cobb County’s civic identity."

THANK YOU, BOB - for your service then and your commitment now.

https://www.mdjonline.com/opinion/why-the-cobb-veterans-memorial-must-be-built/article_ad922b21-2723-4ab3-8985-f5c6c6998ede.html

To Donate:
https://cobbveteransmemorial.app.neoncrm.com/forms/default-donation-form-individual
OR
https://cobbveteransmemorial.app.neoncrm.com/forms/default-donation-form-company

DEAR EDITOR:

10/05/2026

Teaching about the Fallen Heroes on World Teachers' Day

As Veterans and their families step in to help in schools, our students need to learn to honor these Veterans and the Fallen heroes in local cemeteries by having lessons that combine historical context, personal stories, and interactive activities that help them understand sacrifice, resilience, and the importance of remembrance.

Using Key Themes like:
- History & Service: Explain the role of veterans in U.S. and global conflicts, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
- Personal Accounts: Share authentic accounts from the Veterans themselves or from the Veterans History Project.
- Civic Responsibility: Discuss how remembering fallen service members fosters gratitude, unity, and community service.

Cobb Veterans Memorial looks forward to offering several of these educational opportunities. But right now, you can help with Civic Responsibility and help Teach our students, friends, neighbors, communities about remembering the fallen service members at Marietta National Cemetery.
The Wreaths Across America motto is REMEMBER, HONOR, and TEACH. Will you help us do that in honor of World Teachers Day? Let us show them what we have learned and what we are learning.

How to order wreaths:
1) Use the QR code in the picture to sponsor a wreath or wreaths at the MARIETTA NATIONAL CEMETERY. It only takes a few minutes to do.
2) Use the link below:
https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/.../171146/Overview/?relatedId=0
3)Or, you can also call WAA at 877-385-9504 to sponsor a wreath. Please mention COBB VETERANS MEMORIAL and MARIETTA NATIONAL CEMETERY when placing your order.

Share this message and flyer with at least five friends or coworkers who support and wish to honor all Veterans.
Peace to each of you, and thank you in advance for honoring all of our Fallen Heroes this year.

09/30/2026

Marietta National Cemetery is a part of Marietta's history, and the Veterans there are part of our history and part of America's history. Veterans here date back to the Civil War, on both sides. This land was donated in the hope that "by honoring those who had fallen together, others might learn to live in peace."

It is our turn to honor all the Veterans who rest in our community.
It is our turn to sponsor a wreath so their headstones are not bare.
It is our turn to say their names and lay wreaths at their headstones.
It is our turn to honor them by remembering that they fought for this country.
It is now our turn.

The Action Plan:
1) Use the link below, the QR code in the picture below, or the direct link included below to sponsor a wreath or wreaths at the MARIETTA NATIONAL CEMETERY. It only takes a few minutes to do.
2) Share this message and flyer with at least five friends or coworkers who support and wish to honor all Veterans.

Peace to each of you, and thank you in advance for honoring all of our Fallen Heroes this year.

https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/.../171146/Overview/?relatedId=0

*You can also call WAA at 877-385-9504 to sponsor a wreath. Please mention COBB VETERANS MEMORIAL and MARIETTA NATIONAL CEMETERY when placing your order.

09/29/2026

We heard you, and we listened!
We are returning to THE ALLEY STAGE for another evening of Comedy!

🎉In their own words, tucked just off the historic Marietta Square, The Alley Stage is an intimate 110-seat venue redefining what it means to experience live entertainment. They believe laughter builds community and brings people together in ways that matter!

As part of their regular programming and as a proud supporter of the Military and Veterans, this outstanding comedy club is hosting Comedy For A Cause that will benefit the Cobb Veterans Memorial Foundation.

Join us for another unforgettable night of stand-up, side-splitting laughs, and surprise guests! This will be an evening of Giving Thanks and will feature five hilarious comedians - crowd favorites and rising stars.

DON'T MISS:
✔ Drawing: CHECK OUT incredible prizes AND purchase tickets to win – $5.00 each OR Five Tickets $20.00 (purchase online or in person the night of the event)
✔ Proceeds go to the Cobb Veterans Memorial Foundation to sponsor the Wreaths Across America campaign for the Marietta National Cemetery

SEATING IS LIMITED - Purchase Your Tickets Today!
Doors open at 7:15 pm!

09/29/2026

"I don't want to take something away from my brothers and sisters who need it more."

United Military Care hears this concern often. We respect the heart behind it - those who have given so much are often hesitant to ask for anything in return, even if it is well deserved. If this is you, we want you to know that we understand. We also want you to know that we would be honored if you joined us for the upcoming We CARE Vet Fair™: Metro Atlanta event. Even if it's just out of curiosity. Even if you don't meet with a VSO.

There is always something out there that we don't know about, or don't take advantage of. This is an opportunity to learn something new. Who knows - it might just change everything.

We invite our Veterans, Current Military (including our Reserves and National Guard), Military Families, Caregivers, and Survivors to join us at Cobb County Civic Center in Marietta on Thursday, October 22, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

VA benefits support, legal help, healthcare, mental health, employment support, and wellness screenings will be on-site, offered at no cost to attendees.

Come with questions. Leave with a plan.

unitedmilitarycare.org