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Preserving Your Faith
Through Togetherness –
As a community of believers in Jesus Christ, even in death, our faith is unbroken. By making advance burial arrangements, you will have the assurance
of knowing that your beliefs will
continue while awaiting the Resurrection.

Why Should You Choose A
Catholic Cemetery?
The Code of Canon Law of the Catholic Church defines only two places as being sacred: the Church building where Jesus resides in the tabernacle; and the Catholic Cemetery which is an expression of faith and an extension of the parish community. Catholic Cemeteries are both a consolation to the bereaved and an inspiration to the living.
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WHY CHOOSE A CATHOLIC CEMETERY?
* Committed to serving the Catholic faithful
* Respects the burial of the dead as a corporal work of mercy
* Extension of your church community
* Recognized by the Code of Canon Law of the Church as a sacred burial place
Click here to read a letter from the Bishop
Click here to visit the Diocese of Gary website
Click here to learn about our Spring Flower Decoration Program.

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16 "Catholic Cemetery Counselors are available to meet with you and educate you on all your cemetery and funeral options, including cremation"


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17 A Catholic Cemetery Family Service Advisor, will explain and guide you through the preplanning process. They are someone you can trust and who will explain the options that are available for you. You will not be pressured into making any unnecessary purchases. Information on protecting yourself from future rising burial cost will also be made available for you.


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MAIN OFFICE: ST. JOHN - ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CEMETERY
PHONE: (219) 844-9475 FAX: (219) 844-3770 EMAIL: MWELSH@GARYCATHCEMS.COM

OFFICE HOURS
MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. SATURDAY: 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.