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2025 Annual Deceased Mass of Remeberance

We would like to invite everyone to the Annual Deceased Mass of Remembrance, which commemorates all those who have been laid to rest in Gethsemane and St. Mary’s Cemeteries in 2025. The Annual mass will

Jackie Grauert2026-01-09T16:13:31-05:00January 9th, 2026|

A Day in History – December 11, 1948 Plane Crash

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F-47 Fighter Planes Collide Over Muhlenberg: Two Pilots Killed in 1948 Mid-Air Crash

A routine military training flight turned deadly over Muhlenberg Township on December 11, 1948, when two F-47 Thunderbolt fighter

sites@webcemeteries.com2026-01-08T12:54:29-05:00January 8th, 2026|

Why Should I Preplan My Burial Arrangements?

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Whenever someone asks me about preplanning, I cannot emphasize enough how important it is. It is not just my opinion—many families have told us, “I wish we’d

sites@webcemeteries.com2026-01-08T12:16:03-05:00January 8th, 2026|

Cremation Permanent Memorialization – What Are My Options?

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What Are My Options?

Permanent memorialization refers to creating a lasting final resting place for cremated remains, typically within a cemetery. Unlike keeping ashes at home, this

sites@webcemeteries.com2026-01-08T10:53:34-05:00December 10th, 2025|

What to Expect When a Loved One Passes

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Planning for the inevitable. Until now, we’ve focused on the importance of planning ahead, but what happens when a loved one does pass away?

We believe the best

sites@webcemeteries.com2025-12-10T11:51:37-05:00November 5th, 2025|

Can I Still Have a Service if I’ve Chosen Cremation?

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Absolutely! Cremation is just one step in honoring a loved one. Many of the most meaningful and elaborate funerals have included cremation.

There are numerous service options for

sites@webcemeteries.com2025-10-08T14:35:34-04:00October 8th, 2025|

New director of two Berks cemeteries is youngest in state

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Kemberly Soria looks to continue growth of Gethsemane and St. Mary’s cemeteries.

By Susan Shelly
FOR MEDIANEWS GROUP

When Kemberly Soria accepted a job as a receptionist at Gethsemane Cemetery, she never imagined she’d be

sites@webcemeteries.com2025-09-11T11:08:49-04:00September 11th, 2025|

A Guide to Cemetery Requirements

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A Guide to Cemetery Requirements

Many people assume a cemetery is simply a final resting place, with little to consider beyond burial. This article provides a brief

sites@webcemeteries.com2025-09-10T11:33:17-04:00September 10th, 2025|

Three Essential Questions You Should Ask Your Loved One

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Today, we’ll explore three essential questions to ask your loved one about their funeral wishes. These questions can help ensure their preferences are respected and

sites@webcemeteries.com2025-08-07T19:49:21-04:00August 7th, 2025|

Press Release: Gethsemane Cemetery Announces New Executive Director

Gethsemane Cemetery and St. Mary’s Cemetery is pleased to announce that Mrs. Kemberly Soria will be succeeding Mr. Timothy Kolasa as the Executive Director of both cemeteries. At 26 years old, Mrs. Soria will be

sites@webcemeteries.com2025-09-11T10:54:21-04:00August 7th, 2025|