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Cremation – A Paradigm Shift

Cremation is rapidly growing, and those choosing cremation are doing so for a variety of reasons. For some it may be simplicity or cost. Others may look at it as a personal choice or for

2021-05-12T12:59:22-04:00May 12th, 2021|

Spring Virtual Open House 2021

Gethsemane and St. Mary’s Cemeteries Spring Virtual Open House

Thank you for taking the time to find out more about what Gethsemane and St. Mary’s Cemeteries have to offer. Our goal is to provide you with

2022-07-12T09:57:30-04:00May 12th, 2021|

COVID 19 Update Dec 16, 2020

Due to the rise in the number of COVID cases as well as additional restrictions and recommendations by both Ecclesiastical and Civil Authorities, Gethsemane Cemetery will be cancelling the 3rd Saturday Monthly Mass held in

2020-12-16T10:19:45-05:00December 16th, 2020|

COVID 19 Update Oct 12, 2020

Gethsemane Cemetery will be resuming our monthly Chapel Masses beginning this Sat Oct. 17, 2020 @ 4pm.

Monthly Masses will continue to be held on the 3rd Sat of the month @

2020-10-12T13:41:52-04:00October 12th, 2020|

COVID-19 Update June 25, 2020

***This post has had a clarification added 07/22/2020.

With the Diocese of Allentown and Berks County entering their respective Green Phases, Gethsemane Cemetery has just a few additional updates to share.

The Diocese of Allentown has permitted

2020-07-22T12:19:17-04:00June 25th, 2020|

COVID-19 Update June 1, 2020

Dear Families, Friends and Funeral Directors,

We would like to thank everyone for working with us during these uncharted times. As we move forward, we want to make sure we continue to take the necessary precautions

2020-06-01T14:56:14-04:00June 1st, 2020|

COVID-19 Update May 18, 2020

Memorial Day Visitation

Berks County takes pride in it’s Veteran’s service and sacrifice, and Memorial Day is an important day in remembering that service and sacrifice. The grounds of Gethsemane Cemetery will continue to be open

2022-07-12T09:57:06-04:00May 18th, 2020|
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