REGULATIONS for SACRED HEART CEMETERY
MANAWA, WISCONSIN                           
 
Sacred Heart Cemetery was created as a final resting place for the faithful departed of our parish and the family of past or present members.  Under special circumstances, others may be buried in the cemetery with the approval of the cemetery committee.  It is required that persons buried in the cemetery believe in God.
It is our sacred duty to preserve this resting place in perpetuity until the time when Jesus comes again to bring all of us to be with Him.
Sacred Heart Cemetery is part and parcel of the corporate structure of Sacred Heart Parish.  The Parish Cemetery Committee, as a subcommittee of the Parish Finance Council, is responsible for the operation and management of the cemetery. Any questions regarding the operation of the cemetery or for purchase of burial rights should be directed to the parish office or the cemetery chairman.
 

REGULATIONS RELATING TO THE SALE AND OWNERSHIP OF CEMETERY LOTS (BURIAL RIGHTS)

                                                                        

1. No burial other than known family of a lot owner will be allowed on any lot in the cemetery except with the written permission of such lot owner, filed with the cemetery board. Only one body will be allowed in a vault except in the case of a mother and infant. Only two cremation burials will be allowed on any single grave.

 

2. All deeds shall include perpetual care. A burial right (grave) cannot be sold without a complete deed (perpetual care included). This requires payment in full, at which time a deed can be delivered and burial can then take place.

 

3. The fee for perpetual care is included in the purchase price of the burial lot.

 

4. Perpetual care shall include: the cutting of grass at reasonable intervals, raking and cleaning of lot, pruning and care of shrubs and trees, and such other work necessary to keep a lot in good condition as circumstances permit.

 

5. Lot owners are responsible for the care and maintenance of monuments, markers and their foundations.

 
REGULATIONS REGARDING  BURIAL AND THE MARKING OF GRAVES

6. Only human remains may be buried in this cemetery.

 

7. The chairman of Sacred Heart cemetery committee shall superintend the digging of all graves, the placing of all vaults, and the laying of all foundations.

 

8. Do to insurance rules, no person shall be permitted to open or close a grave or lay foundations unless certified by the cemetery committee and with the attendance of the cemetery chairman or his designee.

 

9. Only in ground burials will be allowed; any exceptions to this must be approved by the cemetery committee.  Cremation remains may be inside a monument if the monument is within the allowable dimensions for monuments here in described.                 

 

10. The price to be charged for digging graves and laying foundations shall be established by the cemetery committee and all such money shall be paid to the Sacred Heart cemetery fund.
11. A vault or outer burial container is required for all casketed remains, the purpose being to maintain ground integrity above it. It is to be constructed of steel-reinforced concrete, with a minimum thickness of two inches on all walls.
12. Whenever internments are to be made, at least forty-eight hours notice, seventy-two hours in the winter, must be given to the cemetery chairman.

(13)No burials are allowed before 8:00 AM or after 4:00 PM

 

14. All monuments and markers, at grass level or above, must have a concrete foundation with a minimum 4” border around the base of the monument. The size of the foundation (considering a 4” required border) will determine the largest size monument allowed.  A single grave foundation must not exceed 44” x 28”, and a double grave foundation must not exceed 88” x 28”. The base and tablet are not to exceed 36” in height. Under special considerations, the cemetery committee may allow larger heights. Under special considerations, the cemetery committee may allow larger monuments.   Bases for monuments, headstones, and markers must be dressed on the under side to an even level with the ground and be uniform in thickness. Larger monuments can only be allowed by prior approval of the cemetery committee.
15. No foundations can be built between the first day of December and the fifteenth of March.
16. Only one monument will be allowed per gravesite, an exception being a military marker at the foot of grave.

 
 
 
    REGULATIONS REGARDING THE APPEARANCE OF GRAVE SITES
 

17. The cemetery committee has no wish to interfere with the taste of individuals in regard to the style of their improvements, but in justice to all, they hold the right to prevent or remove anything which they shall consider injurious to the immediate locality or prejudicial to the general good appearance of the grounds. They may also prevent any planting which they may deem injurious and remove or prune any trees or shrubs which may obstruct or mar the effect or beauty of the scenery, or may prove otherwise unsightly or detrimental to the general appearance of the cemetery.  The board is the final judge of the necessity of such action in every case.
18. No person shall be allowed to plant shrubs or trees on graves or lots without first consulting with the cemetery chairman. Lot owners who plant flowers and then fail to have them properly watered and trimmed and kept from weeds are hereby notified that the cemetery committee reserves the right to have removed all neglected plants from beds, graves, vases and urns as soon as they become objectionable to the surroundings. Flower pots and pans may also be removed when empty.
19. No curbing, platforms, steps fences, hedges, or other enclosures will be allowed on any lots as such are considered unsightly and impede the cutting of grass and are therefore prohibited. No iron or wirework will be allowed. Should any structure on any lot become unsightly or rusty, they shall be removed from the cemetery by the lot owner on notice from the cemetery chairman.
20. Glass, metal, and plastic objects can present a hazard and quickly become unsightly, therefore these types of containers will be removed at once, without further notice.
21. Artificial flowers are not forbidden, however they are a target of vandals and can be scattered by the wind. They can also damage the lawn mowers and they fade very quickly and become unsightly. If you choose to use them, we ask that you inspect the grave site monthly and remove them accordingly.
22. Dead flowers are unsightly whether in urns or on the ground.  Artificial flowers are unsightly when faded or wind-blown. All will be discarded after September 15^th each year. If you wish to save these items remove before these dates.                                                                     
23. Sacred Heart Cemetery is not responsible for any personal articles left at the grave site. Although we do all in our power to prevent theft and vandalism of grave sits, we cannot be held responsible for property lost damaged or stolen from grave sites.
24. Each October 1^st and April 1^st a thorough cleaning of cemetery will take place. All unauthorized plantings and affects will be removed. At this time, all flowers, artificial flowers, urns, Shepherd hooks and other materials will be removed.  Persons desiring to reuse such materials should claim them prior to this time.
25. Sacred Heart Cemetery will not be responsible for memorials, flowers, and other items remaining on the grave sites after September 15^th and April 1^st..  Memorials may be repositioned after May 1^st.  Christmas memorials may be placed after November 1^st.

 
          REGULATIONS REGARDING OVERALL ACCESS TO CEMETERY GROUNDS
 

26. Children under twelve years of age are not permitted in the cemetery unless accompanied by their parent, guardians or some responsible adult.
27. Persons with alcoholic beverages, firearms and persons using boisterous or profane language or in any way disturbing the quiet and good order of the cemetery will not be permitted.
28. All persons are prohibited from plucking any flower, whether wild or cultivated, breaking or injuring any tree or shrub or defacing any tree or shrub or landmark.
29. No vehicles are allowed on lots or the lawns for any reason whatsoever.
30. No person will be allowed to loiter in Sacred Heart cemetery after nine PM.
31. Dogs and other pets allowed only when on a leash, OWNERS MUST CLEAN UP AFTER THEIR PETS.
32. No vehicles are allowed on cemetery road in winter until they are plowed.
33. Any person violating cemetery rules, regulations or bylaws may be subject to municipal code violations.  Such violations will be handled by civil authorities.

 
Revised August 2010