FAQs Archive - Holy Cross Cemetery

Q: Can Someone Who Committed Suicide be Buried in a Catholic Cemetery?

Yes. It is recognized that those who die from the act of suicide deserve understanding and compassion. The deceased may have been suffering from a serious psychological instability, or overwhelming fear and confusion. Therefore, the church offers funeral and burial rites for those who may have died as a result of suicide. The American edition of the Catholic ritual includes prayers for this specific situation. These prayers evoke forgiveness for the departed and consolation to their family.

Q: Does the cemetery have copies of the death certificates?

No the document kept on file at the cemetery is called a “permit for disposition”. It is issued by the Health Department Registrar in the county in which the deceased expired. California State Law requires that a properly executed death certificate be presented to the Health Department Registrar who subsequently issues the “permit for disposition”. This document must accompany the deceased to their final destination. Cemeteries cannot initiate burial without this permit and must keep it permanently on file (California Health & Safety Code 10376.8, 10376 & 10378). Actual death certificates may be obtained from the registrar in the county in which the death occurred.

Q: Is there any chance my grave will be re-sold after a specified number of years?

No. The purchaser has an exclusive and permanent right of use through an easement conveyed by Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. This right passes to direct blood heirs immediately after the death of the recorded owner, although the spouse has the first right of burial. This applies to all graves, crypts and niches in the cemetery. Written permission of the heirs-at-law may be required for burial. It is advisable to secure permission in advance and place it on file in the cemetery office to prevent unnecessary stress a the time when permission is essential.

Q: How do I pay for my arrangements?

There are a variety of payment options and terms designed to give you the flexibility to remain within your personal budget. Cash, check, MasterCard and Visa are honored for your convenience. Terms may be arranged with a down payment made at the time of a pre-need purchase, followed by interest free monthly payments. At the time of death, the burial arrangements are to be paid in full. Special terms are available for persons in need. Holy Cross also accepts assignments of valid insurance policies for payment at the time of need.

Q: Do I have to pay a monthly maintenance fee?

No. Holy Cross is an endowment care cemetery. A one-time endowment care fee is charged at the time you purchase a grave, crypt or niche. The money is placed in a special trust fund, the proceeds of which are used to cover future maintenance costs throughout the cemetery.

Q: Should I buy space for the entire family?

It has been our experience that generally, a husband and wife buy space for themselves. Many families decide to purchase adjoining plots to form a family group. Family plots are also available and can accommodate larger headstones. Crypts for full size caskets and niches for cremated remains may be purchased individually or in family groups. Private rooms in All Saints Mausoleum are available that can accommodate many family members. “Private Estates”, distinctively designed personal, private family mausoleums, may also be purchased.

Can Someone Who Committed Suicide be Buried in a Catholic Cemetery?

Yes. It is recognized that those who die from the [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:40:08-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

If I’m divorced and remarried can I be buried in a Catholic Cemetery?

Yes. For more information, or if you have additional questions, [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:39:47-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

Does the cemetery have copies of the death certificates?

No the document kept on file at the cemetery is [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:39:32-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

Do Catholic Cemeteries accept cremated remains?

Yes, in 1963 the Catholic Church eliminated its prohibition against [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:39:19-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

Is there any chance my grave will be re-sold after a specified number of years?

No. The purchaser has an exclusive and permanent right of [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:39:06-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

What kind of monument can I purchase?

Monuments conform to the regulations that govern different areas of [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:38:53-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

If I move after purchasing, can I get a refund?

Yes. Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery will refund the amount you [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:38:40-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

How do I pay for my arrangements?

There are a variety of payment options and terms designed [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:38:26-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

Do I have to pay a monthly maintenance fee?

No. Holy Cross is an endowment care cemetery. A one-time [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:38:13-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments

Should I buy space for the entire family?

It has been our experience that generally, a husband and [...]

By sites@webcemeteries.com|2019-02-05T14:37:59-08:00February 5th, 2019|0 Comments