Traditional Ground Burial
Interment, a.k.a. ground burial, is the type of burial most people are referring to when they talk about traditional burial. This type of burial involves placing the body in a casket which is placed inside a burial vault and lowered into the ground. Nearly every section at Maplewood allows for a ground burial.
With 100 acres of developed land and more yet to be developed, Maplewood Cemetery has grown with the Madison County community. We will work with you to select a ground space that is right for your needs.
Regardless of the type selected, the main purpose of the burial vault is to maintain the integrity of the grave. Vaults keep the grave stable, making it possible for digging and mowing equipment to safely travel throughout the cemetery. While not waterproof, burial vaults are water resistant and play a role in protecting the casket from water damage.
When you purchase a vault at Maplewood the complete graveside setup consisting of a tent, chairs, lowering device, installation of the vault, and ground covering is included.
While a few sections of the cemetery have more specific regulations regarding monuments, your options of a marker for your ground burial are virtually endless. You can choose from bronze or granite – each option with its own unique characteristics, features, and personalization options. You can browse many marker styles on our website or bring your own unique ideas with you when meeting with our design team.
Regardless of the type selected, the main purpose of the burial vault is to maintain the integrity of the grave. Vaults keep the grave stable, making it possible for digging and mowing equipment to safely travel throughout the cemetery. While not waterproof, burial vaults are water resistant and play a role in protecting the casket from water damage.
When you purchase a vault at Maplewood the complete graveside setup consisting of a tent, chairs, lowering device, installation of the vault, and ground covering is included.
While a few sections of the cemetery have more specific regulations regarding monuments, your options of a marker for your ground burial are virtually endless. You can choose from bronze or granite – each option with its own unique characteristics, features, and personalization options. You can browse many marker styles on our website or bring your own unique ideas with you when meeting with our design team. We are happy to walk you through the design process.
Paying for your cemetery needs in advance locks in today’s prices and removes a financial burden from your loved ones.
Different regulations apply to The GROVE: Natural Burial Ground
Markers
When choosing a marker here at Maplewood the customization and personalization possibilities available to you are nearly endless. Whether choosing a bronze memorial or granite monument, there are a wide variety of options related to the color of the bronze or granite, the type of marker, and the size of the marker. We consider it a privilege to guide you through the many options available, and we are confident that you will find the unique touches that will make the monument a meaningful tribute to your loved one. While you are in our office we will create a drawing of your monument so you will have a good sense of how the finished monument will look. Many design options are featured on this website.
We encourage families to pre-pay for the above-mentioned items. Pre-paying – whether in full or in installments – locks in today’s pricing with no finance charge. You don’t need to choose and pay for everything at once. Selecting your space(s) is a great place to start.
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There are many difficult decisions to be made in life and normally you have the help and support of your spouse or loved ones. Why should the decision of your final resting place be any different? We can help you and your family make your decision a little easier with the variety of burial options available.