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Why Planning is important?

 

Although it can be a tough discussion to have, pre-planning is the best way to ensure your wishes are known, and even paid in advance, so they can be acted upon when the time comes. Pre-planning is a thoughtful gesture to those you love, relieving your family members of making very personal decisions on your behalf during a difficult time.

 

We are here to assist you in choosing a grave or columbarium space. Whether you are choosing cremation or full burial, each of our three cemeteries offers many options from which to choose. A licensed funeral home can help create an overall funeral plan now and will be a resource you can trust and depend on when a death occurs.

Call our office, 814-459-2463, to be connected to the cemetery of your preference. A compassionate and knowledgeable Family Services Representative will reserve time for you and your family member(s) to walk the grounds and select the best option to fulfill your future needs. 

Purchase a Space

Burial and Cremation Options:

We offer a variety of burial and cremation options to fit your needs and budget. A list of local monument companies will be provided at your personalized appointment with a Family Services Representative.  

Burial:

  • Monument Lots: Minimum of two grave spaces with a large monument.

  • Raised Marker Graves: Individual spaces with a one-piece granite marker.

  • Flush Marker Graves: Most economical option with a flat granite headstone. (Pricing based on headstone size for maintenance reasons)

Cremation:

  • Cremation Niches: Above-ground structures with compartments for cremated remains, personalized with engraving on the front panel.

  • Private Mausoleums: Custom above-ground structures built to your specifications.

Services

 

Burial:

  • Religious Committal: Minister or priest-led ceremony

  • Eulogies and Reflections: Personal tributes from family and friends

  • Symbolic Releases: Doves or balloons

  • Military Honors: For veterans of the armed forces 

Inurnment:

  • Similar Options: Many burial or above-ground options are available for inurnments.

  • Independent Planning: You can plan and schedule inurnments directly with us.

  • Advance Scheduling: Please schedule at least 24 hours in advance.

Costs:

  • Grave or Niche: Opening and closing fees

  • Funeral Tents or Canopies: Additional charges

  • Weekend or Overtime: Surcharges apply

  • Chapel Use: Fees apply

Cultural Traditions: We respect and accommodate diverse cultural burial practices.

For more information:

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Hours

Business Office

Monday - Friday

8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Cemetery Grounds:

Gates are open during daylight hours.

Contact Us

Erie Cemetery Office

Phone: 814-459-2463

Email

Fax: (814) 459 0820

2116 Chestnut Street, Erie PA 16502

Laurel Hill Cemetery Office

Phone: 814-459-2463

Email

4523 Love Road Erie, PA 16506

Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery Office

​Phone:  814-459-2463

Email

2601 Norcross Road, Erie PA 16510

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