Questions we are often asked
The questions families ask us most. If yours is not here, call us and we will answer it.
Plots and availability
Do you have plots available?
Yes. Which places are free varies from section to section and changes over the months. Contact the office and we will check what is available for what you are looking for.
What types of plots do you offer?
The cemetery offers burial plots, urn placements and columbarium niches. [TO BE CONFIRMED]: the precise list of plot types, their dimensions, and how many people each can receive.
Incomplete answer — the office must supply this information.
How much does a plot cost?
Rates vary by type of placement and by section. The office will give you the exact price for what interests you. [TO BE CONFIRMED]: rate schedule.
Incomplete answer — the office must supply this information.
Can a plot be purchased in advance?
[TO BE CONFIRMED]: the cemetery's policy on purchasing plots in advance, and payment terms.
Incomplete answer — the office must supply this information.
Can a plot be transferred or resold?
[TO BE CONFIRMED]: rules covering transfer of a plot between family members and repurchase by the cemetery.
Incomplete answer — the office must supply this information.
Burial and cremation
Do you accept funeral urns?
Yes. The cemetery has placements set aside for urns as well as two columbariums, one outdoors and one inside the church.
What is the difference between an urn placement and a columbarium niche?
An urn placement is a plot in the ground, where the urn is buried. A columbarium niche is a space within a built structure, closed by a plaque bearing the names of those who rest there.
Can a priest be present at the burial?
Yes. A priest can accompany the family to the place of burial and say the prayers there. Mention it to the office when you make the arrangements.
Must one be a parishioner to be buried at the cemetery?
[TO BE CONFIRMED]: eligibility conditions.
Incomplete answer — the office must supply this information.
On the grounds
May I place flowers on the grave?
The regulations govern what may be placed on a plot, where, and at what time of year. It is not permitted everywhere, or at all times. See the regulations page or call the office before planning anything.
May I drive through the cemetery?
Yes. The lanes are maintained and cleared of snow so that graves can be reached by car.
What are the opening hours?
[TO BE CONFIRMED]: cemetery hours and office hours.
Incomplete answer — the office must supply this information.
How do I find a loved one's grave?
The cemetery map lets you locate the five sections and view each in detail. To find a specific grave, the simplest way is to call the office: we will look for it with you.
Upkeep and monuments
Who maintains the plots?
The cemetery maintains the lanes and common areas. [TO BE CONFIRMED]: how responsibility for the plot itself is shared between the cemetery and the family.
Incomplete answer — the office must supply this information.
Can you clean a monument that has darkened?
Yes, monument cleaning is one of the services offered. Contact the office and we will tell you what can be done given the condition and type of stone.
Can you add a name to an existing monument?
Yes. The cemetery offers engraving, including adding a name or dates to a monument already in place.
May I have the monument of my choice installed?
[TO BE CONFIRMED]: rules covering monument dimensions, materials and installation.
Incomplete answer — the office must supply this information.
Have a question?
The cemetery office answers by phone and by email. We will take the time you need.