About Us
While experiencing the emotions of burying her husband of 57 years at The Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, Cozette Merritt, the founder of Cape Canaveral Ladies, was touched by a stranger’s kindness at the graveside. An Arlington Lady, who had been standing as a silent witness nearby approached her afterwards to offer her condolences and a sympathy card that expressed the country’s grateful recognition of her husband’s service.
The Ladies
It really moved her and Cozette never forgot the woman’s kindness.
Cape Canaveral National Cemetery (CCNC) officials welcomed the idea of a similar service when she approached them in 2016, shortly after opening. With the help of a few friends, Cozette, championed the group and now it has grown to close to 50 dedicated women. We are one of only five such veteran support groups in the over 150 national cemeteries in the United States.
"Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have ever made a difference in the world.
A veteran does not have that problem."
Ronald Reagan
Our Mission
Our Mission is to stand as a final, silent witness at every burial at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery to honor our veterans. We are a non-profit organization and any donations are welcomed. For more information, contact LaRue Fleming, Chairman. We are one of only five such veteran support groups in the over 150 national cemeteries in the United States.
Your Donations
Help The Ladies
Donations cover the cost of printing the sympathy cards each family receives as well as recruitment and administration costs. For more information, contact LaRue Fleming, Chairwoman.
