ABILENE— On Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. sharp, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Navy Veteran Seaman Apprentice (SA) Jay Ralph Myatt. Born on March 14, 1949, SA Myatt served from July 1968 to May 1970. SA Myatt received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for his service to our nation.
SA Myatt is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Navy Veteran is not buried alone. Members of the Killeen community are encouraged to attend.
SA Myatt will receive military honors. If no next-of-kin is present at the burial, a Veterans Land Board Representative will accept the United States flag on his behalf.
The Texas Veterans Land Board works with local communities and fellow Veterans service organizations to ensure NO Veteran is EVER left behind.
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham made history in 2022, winning a statewide election to become Texas' first female Land Commissioner. As Land Commissioner, Dr. Dawn Buckingham is committed to helping Texans after a disaster, supporting Texas energy, ensuring that every child in Texas receives a high-quality public education, serving Texas Veterans, and securing the border to keep our communities safe.