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.
Interment, also known as ground burial, is what most people mean when they refer to a traditional burial. It involves placing a casket in a burial vault, or placing an urn in a cremation vault, and lowering the vault into the ground. *
Regardless of the type, 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 can be water resistant and play a role in protecting the casket or urn from water damage.
In-ground spaces (plots or graves) at Maplewood Cemetery are designed to accommodate a single, individual burial. What the family purchases is a right of burial for one person. Under certain circumstances the cremated remains of a second individual can be buried in the same space as another individual. This arrangement is referred to as a Second Right of Burial. Families may choose to purchase a Second Right of Burial instead of purchasing a separate space for a loved one who has chosen cremation. It is often comforting for those left behind to know that the cremated remains of their loved one can be buried with a relative. Ask our staff about a Second Right of Burial. We can explain the specific circumstances that permit a maximum of two individuals to be buried in one space.
With 100 acres of developed land and more yet to be developed, Maplewood Cemetery has grown with the Madison County community. Our staff will work with you to select a ground space that is right for you and your family.
Paying for your cemetery needs in advance locks in today’s prices and removes a financial burden from your loved ones at the time of death. Maplewood offers payment plans with no finance charges.
*Different burial and marker regulations apply to The GROVE: Natural Burial Ground.
Markers
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.
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.