Burial Options at Mount Harmony Memorial Gardens
Mount Harmony Memorial Gardens offers a complete range of interment options to meet every family's needs and preferences. From traditional in-ground burial to above-ground mausoleum crypts and cremation niches, we provide dignified resting places in our beautiful cemetery.
Choose the Right Option for Your Family
Each family has unique preferences based on personal beliefs, traditions, budget, and individual wishes. Our compassionate staff will explain all options and help you select the choice that best honors your loved one's memory.
Above-Ground Mausoleum Crypts
A Dignified Above-Ground Option
Mausoleum crypts provide above-ground entombment in a beautiful, climate-controlled structure. Our mausoleum faces the serene lake, offering a peaceful setting for families visiting their loved ones.
Benefits of Mausoleum Entombment:
- Above-Ground: No in-ground burial
- Climate-Controlled: Protected from weather elements
- Dry Environment: Clean, dignified resting place
- Scenic Location: Beautiful lakeside views
- Year-Round Visitation: Indoor comfort for visitors
- Low Maintenance: No grave upkeep required
Available Crypt Locations
- Single Crypts: Individual spaces
- Companion Crypts: Side-by-side spaces for couples
- Various Heights: Ground-level to upper-tier crypts
- Family Estates: Multiple-crypt family sections
Crypt availability and pricing varies by location. Contact our office for current options.
Columbarium Niches for Cremation
Beautiful Options for Cremated Remains
Columbarium niches provide a permanent, dignified place for cremated remains. These individual spaces hold cremation urns and can be personalized with engraved plaques.
Niche Features:
- Indoor & Outdoor Options: Climate-controlled or garden settings
- Various Sizes: Single or companion niches
- Personalized Plaques: Custom engraving available
- Protected Storage: Secure, permanent placement
- Easy Visitation: Accessible locations
- Cost-Effective: More affordable than traditional burial
What is a Columbarium Niche?
A columbarium is a structure with individual compartments (niches) designed to hold cremation urns. Each niche is typically fronted with a memorial plaque bearing the name and dates of the deceased.
Niche Sizes:
- Single niche (one urn)
- Companion niche (two urns)
- Family niches (multiple urns)
Lawn Crypts (In-Ground Vaults)
Pre-Installed Underground Protection
Lawn crypts are pre-installed, reinforced concrete burial vaults set into the ground before burial is needed. They provide superior protection while offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional burial vaults.
Advantages of Lawn Crypts:
- Pre-Installed: Already in place, ready when needed
- Concrete Construction: Durable, reinforced protection
- Weather Protection: Shields casket from elements
- Prevents Ground Depression: Maintains level surface
- Cost-Effective: Often less expensive than vault at time of need
- Quick Preparation: Reduces service delays
How Lawn Crypts Work
Unlike traditional burials where a vault is placed at the time of burial, lawn crypts are installed in advance during plot preparation:
- Installation: Reinforced concrete vault structure is set into the ground
- Lid Placement: Heavy flat concrete lid covers the crypt
- Soil Cover: Earth fills over the lid, creating lawn surface
- At Time of Need: Lid is removed, casket placed inside, lid replaced
- Final Closing: Soil returned and graded level
Lawn crypts are available in specific sections of Mount Harmony Memorial Gardens. Ask about availability and pricing.
Burial Vaults for In-Ground Burial
Required Protection for Traditional Burial
Mount Harmony Memorial Gardens requires the use of burial vaults for all traditional in-ground burials. Vaults protect the casket and prevent ground settling, maintaining the beauty and safety of our cemetery grounds.
Why Vaults Are Required:
- Ground Stability: Prevents grave depression over time
- Casket Protection: Shields from soil and water intrusion
- Grounds Maintenance: Allows safe mowing and care
- Long-Term Preservation: Maintains level surface
- Industry Standard: Required by most cemeteries
Vault Construction & Features
Material
Burial vaults are constructed of reinforced concrete with steel rebar for maximum strength and durability.
Design
Heavy flat lids fit securely on the vault body, creating a protective barrier around the casket.
Quality Levels
Your funeral director will offer various vault quality levels with different protective features and warranties.
Note: Burial vaults are purchased through your funeral director, not directly from the cemetery. Your funeral director will explain all vault options during funeral arrangements.
Comparing Your Options
| Option | Location | Best For | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mausoleum Crypt | Above-ground building | Those preferring above-ground entombment | Climate-controlled, no grave maintenance |
| Columbarium Niche | Indoor/outdoor wall structure | Cremated remains | Cost-effective, personalized plaques |
| Lawn Crypt | Pre-installed in-ground | Pre-planning families | Superior protection, cost savings |
| Traditional Burial | In-ground with vault | Traditional service preference | Most common, various plot locations |
Making Your Selection
Choosing the right interment option involves considering several factors:
Personal Preferences
- Religious or cultural traditions
- Above-ground vs. in-ground preference
- Burial vs. cremation
- Individual or family plots
- Desired location on grounds
Practical Considerations
- Budget and payment options
- Future maintenance requirements
- Visitation accessibility
- Availability in desired section
- Pre-planning vs. immediate need
Our knowledgeable staff will explain all options in detail, answer your questions, and help you select the choice that best meets your family's needs.
Explore Your Burial Options
Schedule a consultation to tour our mausoleum, view columbarium options, and discuss all available interment choices. We'll help you understand the benefits of each option.
Phone: (770) 948-3033
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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