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Ingham County Cemeteries

Cemetery information for Grave Sites. If you click on a cemetery name, you will get more information on that cemetery.

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Alaiedon Township

2021 W. Holt Rd.
Mason, Mi. 48854

Phone 517-676-9277

Leek Cemetery
Hours: 8:00 A.m. To Dusk
Rules and Regulations for Leek Cemetery

  1. Dogs shall not be allowed on the cemetery grounds or in any of the buildings.
  2. All persons are prohibited from picking flowers or breaking or injuring any tree, plant or shrub on the cemetery grounds.
  3. The Sexton shall reserve the right to remove funeral designs as soon as they become unsightly.
  4. No artificial decorations (flowers, wreaths, blankets, balloons, plastic figures, ceramics, etc.), hanging plants, bird or animal feeders, and stuffed animals will be permitted.
  5. However artificial flowers, wreaths and grave blankets will be permitted from November 1st. to April 1st. Only. If such decorations are not removed by April 1st. they shall be considered abandoned and may be disposed of the the Sexton.
  6. Only sod which is adjacent to the marker or monument may be removed.
  7. All flowers must be placed in a 12-inch plot in front of or behind the marker or monument and may not extend beyond the edges of the marker.
  8. No stone, metal, plastic, or wood borders are permitted.
  9. No shrubs or trees are to be set out until the approval has been given by the Township Board.
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Delhi Charter Township

2074 Aurelius
Holt, Mi. 48842

Phone 517-694-2135
Fax 517-699-3881

Maple Ridge, Markham and Pioneer Cemetery (No longer in use)

Hours: Grounds are open from 8 A.M. until dusk Seven (7) days a Week
Winter Period: November 1 to March 31
Summer Period: April 1 to October 31

Maple Ridge, Markham and Pioneer Cemetery Rules:

  1. Animals are not permitted in the cemetery unless they are confined within the vehicle.
  2. Picking, mutilating or disturbing flowers, trees or shrubs or anything of memorial nature is prohibited.
  3. Veteran's and other service flags are allowed only during the Memorial Day period and only for ten days. (five days before and five days after Memorial Day) All special inscription markers and/or flag holders will be installed flush or will be removable. No other flags will be permitted.
  4. No roping, curbing, fencing, hedging, borders or enclosures of any kind are allowed on any lot. No edging, brick walks, aluminum stripping, marble chips, cinders, tile, terra cotta, sand, cement, gravel, wood or wood chips, etc. are allowed on any lot. The cemetery management reserves the right to remove any of the above if so erected or installed.
  5. Absolutely no memorials including, but not limited to, candles, decorative flags, stuffed animals, balloons, vases, etc. are allowed. These will be removed and discarded by cemetery personnel without prior notice.
  6. Winter Period: November 1 thru March 31st. Artificial arrangements, wreaths and statues may be placed during this period. These types of decorations remaining after March 31st will be removed and disposed of by cemetery personnel.
  7. Summer Period: April 1 thru October 31st. No artificial wreaths or flowers are allowed except beginning one week before and ending one week after Easter and Memorial Day. All artificial flowers and wreaths shall be removed and disposed of by cemetery personnel one week after Memorial Day.
  8. Planting of any kind is not allowed around flush markers nor is the turf to be disturbed in any way. If planting does occur, cemetery personnel will remove such planting without notification.
  9. On monument plots; flowers may be planted only after the upright monument has been placed. Planting is permitted up to 12" around the monument.
  10. Plantings with thorns are not permitted.
  11. The maintenance of the planted area is the responsibility of the plot owners. If the flowerbed or plantings become unsightly, or interfere with cemetery maintenance, it is the policy of the cemetery to mow, cut or remove said flowers or plantings.
  12. Plantings may not encroach on adjacent plots owned by others or interfere with cemetery maintenance.
  13. Cut flowers are permitted in an approved flower can during the summer period, and must be removed when they become unsightly.
  14. Each grave is allowed one flower can which must be of a type approved by the Sexton. Flower cans may be purchased through the Township Clerk's office and will be installed by cemetery personnel. Flower cans/vases that are integrated as part of the monument/marker design are permitted and may have more than one.
  15. The flower can is Not to be used as a container in which to plant flowers and if done so, the flowers will be removed.
  16. Containers such as, but not limited to glass jars, tin cans, buckets, etc. are not acceptable and will be removed by cemetery personnel without notice.
  17. One Hanging plant holder (Shepherd's Hook) is permitted per lot, and must not hold more than one hanging plant.
  18. Potted flowers and/or plants other than those on a hanging plant holder are allowed only on the following special holidays: Easter and Memorial Day. The earliest potted flowers and/or plants may be placed on the graves is the Friday prior to the holiday and are allowed to remain for ten days after the holidays stated. If they are not removed after ten days the cemetery personnel will discard them.
  19. Urns/planters are permitted and must be placed in line with the monuments as to not interfere with cemetery maintenance. The placement of urns/planters on any grave is subject to approval by the Sexton to assure there is adequate room for placement and that the urn/planter is made of concrete, clay or stone. No plastic urns/planters will be allowed, other than those on a hanging plant holder (Shepherd's Hook).
  20. No urns will be allowed on flush marker lots.
  21. Any urn that has been damaged, not used or becomes unsightly, may be removed by cemetery personnel. When possible the owner will be notified of removal.
  22. Planting of dwarf type bushes is permitted. Bushes may not encroach on adjacent plots owned by others or interfere with the maintenance of the cemetery. The diameter of the fully-grown bush should not be larger than the area of the monument/marker and the 12" planting area.
  23. Planting of trees is not permitted.
  24. The cemetery or a contractor thereof will trim shrubs once a year unless lot owners wish to do so at their own expense. Delhi Charter Township will assume No liability for personal injury or damage.
  25. the cemetery reserves the right to remove shrubbery or plantings that have been planted incorrectly, have overgrown, or are unsightly. When possible the lot owner will be notified of the need for removal. Otherwise, notification will consist of tagging the item and removal by cemetery personnel within ninety (90) days if not removed by owner.
  26. Any lot owner requesting removal of shrubs and/or trees shall contact the cemetery Sexton or Township Clerk and sign a request/release from liability form before removal by cemetery personnel.
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Village of Dansville

P.O. Box 236
1075 Jackson St.
Dansville, Mi. 48819

Phone 517-623-6917

Fairview Cemetery
Rules and Regulations:

  1. The Cemetery grounds are hereby declared to be private property and access thereto b the general public restricted, without specific permission from management, to the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. from March 1st, to October 15th. and the hours of (to be established seasonably ) from October 15th to March 1st.
  2. The Village reserves the right to perform all work for the care and upkeep of all burial spaces.
  3. Flowers, wreaths or emblems will be removed as soon as unsightly.
  4. The cutting or otherwise disturbing of sod is prohibited.
  5. Picking the flowers, wild or cultivated, the breaking or injuring of any tree, plant or shrub, or in anyway, injuring any monument, headstone, vault, ornament, or other structure or property within the cemetery is prohibited.
  6. Vases or urns not properly painted or otherwise cared for and those not filled with plants in any year, will be removed.
  7. Cut flowers will be allowed at any time when suitably placed. The Village suggest the setting of the patented flower vase which sets into the ground when not in use and leaves the surface of the burial space clear. Such a vase can be set adjacent to the maker and will be set for your convenience by the Village.
  8. The promiscuous planting of flower, perennials and shrubs over the lot is prohibited.
  9. Glass jars or metal cans or earthen vessels or dishes will not permitted in the cemetery for use of bouquet holders.
  10. Flower beds cannot be made without first obtaining the consent of the Superintendent.
  11. The planting of trees and shrubs within the limits of a burial space may be done only with the approval and under the direction of the Superintendent.
  12. If any tree, vine, shrub, plant, imitation flowers, wreaths or other grave decorations situated within and about a lot becomes unsightly, dangerous or detrimental, the Superintendent shall have the right to remove the same, or such parts thereof as may be deemed necessary.
  13. All flags placed on grave sites must be in good condition and mounted properly on removable poles or receptacles. The Village will not assume responsibility for placement, loss, or damage. The placement of small Veteran Flag is the responsibility of the Veteran Organization, Section 12 General Provisions.
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Lansing Municipal Cemeteries

Owned by City of Lansing
1709 E. Mt. Hope Ave.
Lansing, Mi. 48910

Phone 517-483-4303

The hours form 7 a.m. to dusk will be set and posted for opening and closing of the cemetery and any person or persons who gain entrance or are found in the cemetery outside of the proper hours will be prosecuted as a trespasser or trespasses.

Dogs, cats or other animals are not allowed on cemetery grounds and may be removed in such manner as may seem expedient.

Evergreen, Mount Hope and North Cemeteries:

Rules:
  1. Permits are not required for annual flower bed plantings. For best results, planting of dwarf shrubs and /or dwarf evergreens should take place prior to Memorial Day or after Labor Day. Permits are required and should be obtained prior to the purchase of plant material. A list of approved species is available at the Cemetery Office.
  2. Annual flower beds are permitted from April 15th - October 1st and shall be located directly in front of and adjacent to a monument or to the rear of a marker and shall extend not more than eight inches from the base of a monument or marker.
  3. Flower pots are not allowed and will be removed and discarded.
  4. Cut flowers may be placed in an in-ground vase placed in those areas designated by the City.
  5. No perennial flowers, edging or decorative stones are permitted.
  6. Wreaths may be placed in the same position as cut flowers but are permitted only fro November 1st. to April 1st.
  7. The trimming, pruning or removing of any branch or bloom from any City planting in the cemetery is strictly prohibited.
  8. A receptacle for cut flowers is permitted if installed in the ground adjacent to marker or monument. The use of glass jars or other unapproved receptacles for cut flowers is strictly prohibited and such items will be removed.
  9. Artificial flowers, wreaths and grave blankets are permitted on cemetery sites from November 1st. to April 1st. and if not removed by April 1st. the City reserves the right of removal.
  10. The City of Lansing will furnish a suitable flag for the grave of every United States Military Service personnel for the memorial purpose of marking and designating each grave for Memorial Day.
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City of Lansing

Chapel Hill Cemetery
4444 W. Grand River Ave.
Lansing, Mi. 48906

Phone 517-321-3000

Deepdale Cemetery
4110 Lansing Rd.
Lansing, Mi 48917

Phone 517-322-9475

Eastlawn Cemetery
2400 Bennett Rd.
Okemos, Mi. 48864

Phone 517-349-9180

  1. Hours are sunrise to sunset
  2. Summer flower policy is from April 15 - October 15.
  3. Fresh cut and artificial flowers will be allowed in permanent vases only.
  4. During the following holiday periods- Easter, Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Father's Day, Independence Day - Potted plants are allowed 7 days preceding the Holiday and 7 days after the Holiday.  Any  decorations not removed by that time will be removed and disposed of by the staff.
  5. Winter policy is from November 1 - March 1.
  6. Floral stands, wreaths, blankets and other floral tributes will be allowed.
  7. Permanent vases must be in down position and not used between October 15 and April 15 to prevent damage.
  8. March 1 thru April 15.  This is staff  "clean up" period:  all decoration/floral tributes should be removed during these periods.
  9. October 15 thru November 1.  This is staff "clean up" period:  all decoration/floral tributes should be removed during these periods.

St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery
2520 W. Willow St.
Lansing, Michigan. 48917

Phone 517-484-2500

Cemetery Visiting Hours are from Dawn to Dusk 365 days a year.

Mausoleum Visiting Hours are from 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. Entry card required.

Office Hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Closed Saturdays

Permitted:
  1. Fresh cut flowers are permitted in approved in-ground vases. See the cemetery office for approved vase specifications.
  2. Potted plants are permitted if placed on the marker itself or on a side of the monument. Only one potted plant permitted per lot in lieu of an approved flower bed. Unsightly, unapproved or potted plants which interferes with the orderly mowing of the cemetery will be removed.
  3. Flower bed are allowed on the grave side of the memorial (monument or marker). Only natural flowers are to be planted in approved flower beds. Flower beds are not to exceed 8 inches in width and the dimensions of the memorial in length.
  4. Wood or cedar chips and similar biodegradable materials may be used to decorate the flower bed.
  5. Flags may be placed on the grave of a veteran one (1) week before Memorial Day until Flag Day. After the above dates, flags will be removed and disposed of in the appropriate fashion.
  6. Remembrance Lights are allowed from after the spring until November 1st. Because of the damage to these lights in recent years, the Cemetery does not encourage their usage. The Cemetery will not replace damaged or stolen lights. These objects are placed in the cemetery at the owner's risk.
  7. Easter lilies are allowed Holy Week and the week following Easter.
  8. Grave blankets and wreath are allowed from November 1 - February 28. After this date, they will be discarded as weather and ground conditions permit.
Not Permitted:
  1. Trees and Shrubs and other such times without written permissions of management.
  2. Artificial flowers planted or left in the ground. Wires used to create these flowers can cause serious damage or injury if projected by the lawn mowers.
  3. Perennial plantings are discouraged. The wintertime activities in the cemeteries simply cannot protect permanent decorations from damage. Our families are not well served by any permanent decorations that must survive winter.
  4. Stones or rocks of any kind or color for any reason. These item can cause serious injury to visitors and memorial when projected by a lawn mower. The use of patio stones is also prohibited.
  5. Decorative borders of any kind around the memorial. The use of fences or part of fences of any kind.
  6. Glass, china or porcelain of any kind which when broken present a serious safety hazard.
  7. Temporary pin-type vases. The use of cans including those wrapped in aluminum foil to place flowers on a lot.
  8. Lawn decorations and statues of any other yard decorations. Experience has shown that these items tend to attract vandals in the cemetery.
  9. Knickknacks, toys, clothing, jewelry or any other object of value should never be placed on the lot, near the memorial or in the cemetery.
Mausoleum Rules:
  1. Photos and decorations attached to a mausoleum crypt or niche will be removed without prior notice.
  2. Fresh cut flowers are not permitted in any mausoleum. Inquire at the Cemetery Office for specific mausoleum decoration policies.
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City of Leslie

P.O. Box 496
107 E Bellevue
Leslie, Mi. 49251

Phone Numbers:
Woodlawn Cemetery: 517-589-9555
Leslie Township: 517-589-8201
City of Leslie: 517-589-8236

Hours: 8:00 A.M. -4:30 P.M. (7) days a week

Woodlawn Cemetery

Rules:
  1. As soon as flowers, wreaths, emblems, etc., used at funerals, or placed upon graves at other times becomes unsightly and faded, they shall be removed and no responsibility will be assumed.
  2. One urn or one flower bed (1 ft length of marker or monument) will be permitted on a lot, providing it shall abut or be in between markers.
  3. No rose bushes or thorn bearing bushes shall be permitted.
  4. Artificial wreaths, blankets or flowers may be placed on lots November 1st to March 1st. If not removed by lot owner by March 1st, the Cemetery personnel will remove.
  5. The planting of trees and shrubs must be done only with the approval and under the direction of the Sexton.
  6. If any tree, shrub or plant situated within a lot becomes unsightly, dangerous or detrimental, the Cemetery personnel shall have the right to remove the same or such parts thereof as may be deemed necessary.
  7. No roping, curbing, fencing, hedging, borders, or enclosures of any kind are allowed on any lot. No edging, brick walks, landscape bricks or blocks, aluminum stripping, marble chips, stones, cinders, tile, terra cotta, sand, cement, gravel, wood or wood chips, decorative flags, toys, statues, personal items, etc., are allowed on any lot.
  8. No lot shall hereafter be set out or enclosed by any so-called fence, coping, hedge or flower border, wood or metal trellises. Wire and screens, and designs of any descriptions, rusty, unpainted or broken benches, seats, and vases, iron hooks from which baskets, bowls or flowers pots are suspended, and deemed unsightly will be removed. The Cemetery management reserves the right to remove any of the above if so erected, planted, placed or installed.
  9. Don't take flowers, perpetual wreaths, vases, flower holders, etc. from your neighbor's lot.
  10. Don't throw your rubbish on your neighbor's lot or in drives or tuck into shrubs, but place in receivers placed at convenient distances in the cemetery.
  11. Don't cut holes in sod and place flower pots therein for workmen to handle when mowing.
  12. Glass cans, tin cans or bottles are not allowed and shall be removed. Don't set potted plants individually.
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Locke Township

Bell Oak, Mt. Calvary Catholic, Rowley and Shaftsburg Cemeteries.

Rules:
  1. The Township reserves the right to remove or trim any tree, plant , shrub or ornamentation located within the cemetery in the interest of maintaining proper appearance and the use of the cemetery.
  2. No trees, shrubs, hedges, vines or other growing thing, shall be placed upon any lot except by approval of the Township Board, Clerk or Sexton. If permission is granted, plantings may not encroach on other burial sites or exceed thirty-six (36) inches in height.
  3. Flowers, trees or shrubs shall not be picked, disturbed or mutilated. Plantings without permission may be removed without notice.
  4. The Township Board, Sexton, or caretaker shall have the right and authority to remove and dispose of any and all growth, emblems, displays or containers therefore that though decay, deterioration, damage or otherwise become unsightly, dangerous, detrimental, diseased, a source of litter or a maintenance problem, or when they do not conform to the standards maintained.
  5. Flowers may be planted in a space not more than eighteen (18) inches square in front of a marker or at the head of the grave. Plantings shall not exceed three (3) feet in height above the ground and shall not extend past the burial site boundary while in full bloom. Items exceeding the allowable height and border standards may be removed by the Township. Surfaces other than earth or sod are prohibited. Holders are responsible for the care and maintenance of grave decorations.
  6. The use of jars, bottles, jugs and similar containers not designed for cut flowers is discouraged.
  7. No artificial flowers shall be permitted between April 1st. and November 1st.
  8. The use of landscape stones, decorative stones or artificial stones for decorative purposes are prohibited.
  9. All plastic, cement, fiberglass, metal and wood objects, except recognized American Veteran Flags, are prohibited unless otherwise approved by the Township.
  10. Candles are prohibited.
  11. Items in violation of the regulations may be removed by the Township.
  12. Grave blankets shall be allowed from November 1st until April 1st of each year. The Township may dispose of blankets which remain after April 1st.
  13. All refuse of any kind or nature including, but not limited to, dried flowers, wreaths, papers, and flower containers shall be removed or deposited in the appropriate area located to the back of the cemetery.
  14. The Township assumes no responsibility for damages incurred to any marker, urn, shrub, or plant that is unintentionally chipped, marred, marked, cut or damaged in the course of normal lot care.
  15. The Township shall furnish a suitable flag holder and United States flag for the grave of each veteran who served in the armed forces of the United States and who is buried within the limits of a cemetery belonging to the Township. The flag holder and United States flag shall be placed on the grave of each veteran for the purpose of marking and designating the grave for memorial purposes.
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City of Mason

Maple Grove Cemetery
Phone: 517-676-5041
Maple Grove Cemetery Hours: From Sunrise to Sunset
Rules :

  1. The Cemetery Board of Trustees reserves the right to remove any tree, plant, shrub, or any other Object that violates Cemetery Rules and Regulations.
  2. The following material in any form will not be permitted: sandstone, slate, artificial stone, field stone, terra cotta, wood, iron, glass, unconsolidated material (i.e. wood chips, stone, etc.), and all kinds of landscape edging.
  3. Hanging baskets, wire baskets, glass covered or wood boxes, chairs, benches, settees and fencing are classified as undesirable ornaments in the Cemetery and are prohibited.
  4. Any person driving a vehicle in the Maple Grove Cemetery shall be responsible for any damage done to the Cemetery, including its privately-owned contents, by said vehicle.
  5. No person shall drive a vehicle in excess of 15 miles per hour on any Cemetery road, or drive off the established roads unless permission is given by the Cemetery Director.
  6. All dogs and other domestic animals are prohibited from running at large on the grounds, and the owners of same will be held responsible for any damage done.
  7. All persons are prohibited from picking any flowers or breaking or injuring any tree, plant, or shrub on the Cemetery grounds.
  8. The Cemetery Director shall reserve the right to remove funeral designs and floral pieces as soon as they become unsightly.
  9. Winter decorations, artificial flowers, figurines, and decorations (not to exceed 18 inches in height) may be maintained on graves from November 1 to April 1. If such decorations are not removed by April 1, they shall be considered abandoned and may be disposed of by the Cemetery Director.
  10. No sod may be removed from any Cemetery lot except within eighteen inches (18) of a marker or monument on the interment side for the purpose of planting flowers. All rose bushes containing thorns are prohibited.
  11. Any urn that has not been used for five (5) consecutive years may be removed from the Cemetery by the Cemetery Director of his/her designees.
  12. No shrubs or trees shall be planted until prior approval has been given by the Cemetery Director. Plantings will be permitted at the ends of the monuments. No shrubs or Trees will be permitted which will exceed five feet (5') at maturity.
  13. The Cemetery Director or his/her designees shall have the care of the Maple Grove Cemetery, and are hereby authorized to have removed all those who violate these rules or Commit trespass.
  14. The Cemetery Director and Board of Trustees have no private ends to sub serve or any pecuniary interests to benefit, and being proud of the beauty of Maple Grove Cemetery, will be pleased to consult with and advise lot owners looking toward further improvement of the grounds.
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Vevay Township

Eden, Hawley, and Rolfe Cemeteries
Hours: Hawley Cemetery will be open to the public seven (7) days a week from dawn until dusk.
Summer Period: April 1 to October 31. Winter Period: November 1 to March 31.

Rules:

  1. Artificial arrangements, wreaths and grave blankets may be placed during November 1st. thru March 31st. These types of decorations, remaining after March 31st., will be removed and disposed of by cemetery personnel.
  2. Dogs or any other animals are not permitted in the cemetery. They must be left in the vehicle.
  3. No artificial wreaths or flowers; except, one week before and one week after Memorial Day. All artificial flowers and other decorations will be removed and all disposed of by Vevay Township personnel after April 1st.
  4. Cut flowers are only allowed the summer period, and must be removed when they become unsightly.
  5. Containers such as, but not limited to, glass jars, tin cans, buckets, etc., are not acceptable and shall be removed by cemetery personnel without notice.
  6. On lots containing monuments, flowers may be planted only after the upright monument has been placed. Planting of any kind is not allowed around flush markers.
  7. Planting is restricted to an area up to 12" in front of monuments. Graves are further restricted to one shepherd's hook with hanging flower basket. The hanging of any other items from a shepherds hook is prohibited and such item will be removed by cemetery personnel. Any untended baskets which become unsightly will be removed by cemetery personnel.
  8. Planting should not be so tall as to prevent visibility of monument inscriptions.
  9. Potted flowers and/or plants are allowed only on special holidays for seven (7) days after the holiday and shall then be removed by cemetery personnel. The earliest that potted plants may be placed on graves is the Friday prior to the special holiday.
  10. No urns are allowed at any time on flush markers. Urns shall be allowed on monument rows with the Sexton's approval. However, if an urn is placed, no other planting shall be allowed.
  11. The maintenance of the planted area is the responsibility of the lot owners. If the flower bed or plantings become unsightly, it is the policy of the cemetery to mow or cut said flowers or plantings.
  12. No planting of any kind is allowed around flush markers, nor is the turf to be disturbed in any way.
  13. Any lot owner requesting removal of shrubs and/or trees shall contact the cemetery Sexton and fill out and sign a request/release before removal by cemetery personnel.
  14. The cemetery reserves the right to mow, trim or remove any area or planting that has been neglected or installed improperly.
  15. Trash containers are provided for the refuse of planting materials, dead flowers, and weeds, etc. Sod and dirt removed in order to plant flowers shall be taken away or properly disposed of in the trash containers provided, but shall not remain on the burial lot.
  16. Vevay Township shall assume No responsibility for damages in the case of any marker, memorial, urn, shrub, or planting being damaged in any way, during the regular course of lot care, maintenance, vandalism or subsequent burials.
  17. Veterans and other service flags are allowed from Memorial Day through the Labor Day holidays. Flags and holders are provided by Vevay Township only. All others will be removed by cemetery personnel.
  18. No roping, curbing, fencing, hedging, borders, or enclosures of any kind are allowed on any lot. No edging brick walks, aluminum stripping, marble chips, stones, cinders, tile, terra cotta, sand, cement, gravel, wood, or wood chips, decorative flags, toys, statues, personal items, etc. are allowed on any lot.
  19. The cemetery management reserves the right to remove any of the above if so erected, planted, placed or installed.
  20. The placement of urns on any grave is subject to approval by the Sexton. No other plantings shall be allowed with urn placement.
  21. Urns that are retractable or that are part of the monument's construction may be used.
  22. Urns that become unsightly, will be tagged and removed within ninety (90) days if not removed by the owner.
  23. The planting of shrubs and perennials is prohibited unless approved by the Township. Absolutely no rose bushes or shrubs with thorns or foliage that may cause injury to maintenance personnel shall be allowed.
  24. The cemetery will trim existing shrubs when it is deemed necessary, unless lot owners wish to do so at their own expense and with no cemetery liability for personal injury or damage.
  25. The cemetery reserves the right to remove shrubbery or planting that have been planted incorrectly, are overgrown, unsightly or otherwise prohibited; with or without notification. Notification will consist of tagging the item and removal within ninety (90) days.
  26. Vevay Township reserves the right to change and/or amend these rules and regulations in part or their entirety at anytime.
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Williamston Township

4990 Zimmer Rd.
Williamston, Mi. 48895

Phone 517-655-3193

Foote and Summit Cemeteries

Rules:
  1. Visitation hours are from sunrise to sunset.
  2. Unleashed pets are not allowed in the cemetery.
  3. Sod removal for planting of flowers is restricted to 18" from back of headstone.
  4. Planting of trees and shrubs must have prior approval of the Sexton. Rose plantings are not allowed.
  5. No above ground edging is allowed and any ground level edging must be within 18" of the back of headstones.
  6. Only real flowers are permitted from April 1st. - Oct. 30th. Artificial winter decorations must be removed by March 31st.
  7. Grave blankets, are allowed, but must be removed by March 31st.
  8. Cemetery plot maintenance is responsibility of the plot owners.
  9. Cemetery staff will remove or prune objectionable plants and remove faded or damaged artificial plants.
  10. Plot owners are encouraged to contact the sexton before purchasing anything for plot enhancement.
  11. To reach the Sexton call 517-655-3193
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GARDENING TIPS

Hanging baskets should never be allowed to dry out!  Water thoroughly.  If the basket dries out, the soil could shrink, then the water just runs through, leaving you thinking it’s watered.



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