FAQs

Eternal rest grant unto them,

O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.

May the souls of the faithful departed,

through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Amen

Can non-Catholics be buried at Mt. Calvary?

Yes. The Catholic Church has allowed non-Catholic Christians to be buried in Catholic cemeteries for many years. We encourage Catholic and non-Catholic families to consider Mt. Calvary as a peace-centered resting place for their loved ones.

Do the Catholic churches support Mt. Calvary Cemetery?

While Mt. Calvary enjoys a close working relationship with many Catholic churches, Mt. Calvary is not supported financially by the Catholic Church. Mt. Calvary Cemetery Association is a separate, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

What is Mt. Calvary’s policy regarding markers and headstones?

While many cemeteries allow only flat markers with detachable vases, Mt. Calvary may allow either upright or flat/flush monuments, depending on the section. As one of the community’s oldest cemeteries, Mt. Calvary features a variety of stone markers and memorials—including some dating back to the 1850s.

Does Mt. Calvary have above ground burial options?

Yes, Mt. Calvary offers granite columbaria for above ground inurnment of cremains.

How can I learn more about Mt. Calvary?

For additional information, please contact Mt. Calvary’s administrators at 319-362-4659 or by email at crmt.cal@gmail.com.