General Cemetery Complaints/Issues
Are Your Decorations Missing?We sincerely apologize if you have experienced this issue. Unfortunately, this is a common occurrence, particularly during holidays. We have found that visitors to nearby graves often take decorations from other graves to decorate their own, believing that no one will return to check or that the issue will simply be overlooked. While we understand this can be frustrating, the cemetery is not responsible for missing decorations, and unfortunately, there is little we can do to prevent this.
If you notice that only your grave is missing decorations and others nearby still have theirs, this is likely the cause.
When Will the Cemetery Remove Decorations?The cemetery will only remove decorations under two circumstances:
Liability for Missing or Damaged DecorationsThe cemetery is not responsible for missing, damaged, or stolen decorations. Decorations are typically lost or damaged due to theft, wildlife, wind, or general wear and tear. Our staff cannot monitor the entire cemetery for theft or damage. If decorations are blown off due to high winds, our groundskeepers will dispose of them to keep the cemetery clean, as they cannot be replaced at the original grave site.
Prohibited ItemsIf an item is listed on our Prohibited Items List, it will be removed without notice. If you’re unsure whether an item is acceptable, please contact the cemetery before placing it on the grave.
If you notice that only your grave is missing decorations and others nearby still have theirs, this is likely the cause.
When Will the Cemetery Remove Decorations?The cemetery will only remove decorations under two circumstances:
- Full Cemetery Cleanups:
During our annual cleanup, all decorations across the cemetery will be removed. We will post signs at least one month in advance to notify you of the cleanup dates, which typically last 3-4 weeks. You will have ample time to remove any decorations you wish to keep. - Safety or Maintenance Concerns:
If decorations cause safety hazards or interfere with grounds maintenance, we may remove them without prior notice. For example, overdecorated graves can lead to grass and weeds growing through decorations, which can create nesting areas for rodents, posing safety risks. We ask that decorations be kept to a minimum to ensure proper maintenance of the cemetery.
Liability for Missing or Damaged DecorationsThe cemetery is not responsible for missing, damaged, or stolen decorations. Decorations are typically lost or damaged due to theft, wildlife, wind, or general wear and tear. Our staff cannot monitor the entire cemetery for theft or damage. If decorations are blown off due to high winds, our groundskeepers will dispose of them to keep the cemetery clean, as they cannot be replaced at the original grave site.
Prohibited ItemsIf an item is listed on our Prohibited Items List, it will be removed without notice. If you’re unsure whether an item is acceptable, please contact the cemetery before placing it on the grave.
