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FLOWER REGULATIONS

Natural flowers are a gift from God and for many ages have been a symbolic offering in memory of a loved one. The design and operation of a modern lawn cemetery is based upon the use of natural flowers. For practical reasons, we must respectfully ask the following rules be complied with:

Fresh flowers and greenery are permitted at all times
Artificial flowers and decorations are not permitted, except during the winter months from November 1st to March 1st.

The rules in regard to artificial flowers and decorations may seem somewhat strict, but are intended to protect and enhance the beauty of Holy Cross and St. Joseph Cemeteries. Your fullest cooperation is appreciated.

All due precautions will be taken by the Cemeteries to protect your flowers, but we cannot assume liability for loss or damage to them.
No glass containers, please! Vases are available at the Cemetery offices.

MOWING & CLEAN-UP INFO

Mowing for the year begins on or around April 1st. We mow every Wednesday at Holy Cross and every Thursday at St. Joseph.
Major cemetery clean-up, removing all winter decorations, begins on or around March 1st.
All statues, fresh flower pots, and special items are set in the nearest tree well, or out of the mower’s way prior to mowing on Wednesday. It is up to you to replace them. (Statues are the responsibility of the owner. We cannot assume liability for loss or damage.)
When we remove the artificial flowers, they will be either donated to an organization or disposed of – depending on their condition.
General clean-up of the mausoleum walls occurs twice a year: before Memorial Day and before All Souls Day. At that time, all flowers and decorations are removed and discarded. Please remove your flowers prior to this if you wish to save them. You may call our office as the holidays approach to inquire about the specific date.
 

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