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Western Heights Cemetery
4.7(14) Verified on Google
Western Heights Cemetery is a historic cemetery in Dallas, Texas that preserves and honors burial sites, including 26 known veteran graves from the Civil War, Spanish American War, WWI, and WWII. The nonprofit operates as a "star in the Constellation of Living Memorials" and offers guided and self-guided tours, including specialized veterans and Civil War heritage tours.
Photo: Western Heights Cemetery
Photo: Randy Osteen
Photo: Randy Osteen
Photo: Shawn Graves
Photo: Shawn Graves
Photo: Bruce InCharlotte- Ownership
- Nonprofit
About Western Heights Cemetery
Western Heights Cemetery Association exists to protect the physical integrity of the cemetery and preserve burial grounds in Dallas. The cemetery honors 26 known veteran graves spanning the Civil War, Spanish American War, WWI, and WWII, with plaques and QR codes at each site providing veteran information. The organization operates as a nonprofit dedicated to maintaining the historic site and engaging the community through tours, volunteer opportunities, and commemorative events on Independence Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day.
Typical burial prices in Dallas
Western Heights Cemetery doesn't publish prices online. As a reference, providers in Dallas typically charge:
Low
$1,075
Typical
$3,095
High
$12,995
City-wide figures from 27 published prices — not Western Heights Cemetery's own rates. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, they must give you an itemized price list on request, in person or by phone.
Services offered
- Burial
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- veteran burials
- Civil War graves
- historical tours
Where is Western Heights Cemetery?
1617 Fort Worth Ave, Dallas, TX
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Western Heights Cemetery reviews
Updated July 20264.7
4.7
14 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
4.7 from 14 reviews on google
What burial prices usually include
General context, not specific to Western Heights Cemetery: a typical burial price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
Included
- The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
- Transfer and preparation of the deceased
- A viewing or funeral service and use of facilities
- Coordination of permits and paperwork
- Hearse and transport to the cemetery
Usually extra
- The cemetery plot or grave space
- A casket and, where required, a burial vault or liner
- Opening and closing the grave (a cemetery fee)
- The headstone or grave marker
- Certified copies of the death certificate
Frequently asked questions
What services does Western Heights Cemetery offer?
Western Heights Cemetery offers burial, and is a cemetery. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is Western Heights Cemetery located?
Western Heights Cemetery is located at 1617 Fort Worth Ave, Dallas, TX. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will Western Heights Cemetery give me an itemized price list?
Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.
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