St. Paul Gardens Cemetery
Rules & Regulations
Guidelines for the care, maintenance, and use of St. Paul Gardens Cemetery.
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Our Commitment to a Dignified Resting Place
The following rules and regulations have been established by the St. Paul Gardens Cemetery Committee to ensure the grounds remain a peaceful, respectful, and well-maintained place of rest for all families we serve. We ask that all visitors, lot owners, and their guests observe these guidelines.
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General Conduct
- All visitors are expected to conduct themselves in a quiet, respectful manner at all times.
- Loud music, disruptive behavior, or any activity that disturbs the peace of the cemetery is strictly prohibited.
- Alcoholic beverages and illegal substances are not permitted on cemetery grounds.
- Littering is prohibited. Please dispose of all waste in designated receptacles.
- Pets must be kept on a leash at all times and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals.
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Visiting Hours
- The cemetery grounds are open to visitors during daylight hours only.
- Burial services are conducted Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- All arrangements must be made by appointment. Please contact us in advance to schedule.
- Visitors found on the grounds after hours may be subject to removal.
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Lot Ownership & Burials
- All burial lots must be purchased in advance through the cemetery office.
- Lot ownership conveys the right of interment only and does not transfer ownership of the land.
- All burials must be arranged through St. Paul Gardens Cemetery. Unauthorized interments are prohibited.
- Disinterment requires written authorization from the next of kin and approval by the cemetery committee.
- Cremated remains may be interred in designated areas. Please contact us for available options.
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Monuments & Markers
- All monuments, headstones, and grave markers must be approved by the cemetery committee prior to installation.
- Markers must be set flush with the ground or in accordance with cemetery standards to facilitate grounds maintenance.
- The cemetery reserves the right to remove any unapproved or unsafe monument or marker.
- Temporary markers may be placed at the time of burial and must be replaced with a permanent marker within one year.
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Flowers, Decorations & Plantings
- Fresh cut flowers and potted plants are welcome and will be removed when they become unsightly.
- Artificial flowers may be placed on graves but must be maintained by the lot owner. The cemetery may remove deteriorated decorations.
- Planting of trees, shrubs, or any vegetation on lots is not permitted without prior written approval from the committee.
- Decorations that obstruct pathways or neighboring lots will be removed.
- Holiday and seasonal decorations are permitted within reasonable limits and may be removed after the holiday season.
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Vehicles & Parking
- Vehicles must remain on designated roadways and parking areas at all times.
- Driving on grass or over grave sites is strictly prohibited.
- Speed limit on cemetery roads is 10 mph.
- Funeral processions have the right of way on all cemetery roads.
Questions About Our Policies?
If you have any questions regarding these rules and regulations, or need clarification on any policy, please contact the cemetery office. We are happy to assist.