Didn’t Mrs. Henrietta Keith know she would become the first burial at Holy Cross Cemetery? Dedicated in 1919, Holy Cross Cemetery serves San Diego County. It stands as the only Catholic Diocesan cemetery here.
Holy Cross quickly became the answer for Catholic families. They sought consecrated ground for their loved ones. Imagine this vast space of over 40 acres. It offered solace and sacred tradition.
Since that first burial on February 1, 1919 over 65000 people found their final resting place here. The Chapel Mausoleum arose in 1939. A three-story addition in 1996 created more spaces. These spaces accommodate caskets and urns. The Holy Apostles Garden Mausoleum expanded in 2001. Holy Cross Cemetery offers various burial options. Ground burial and entombment are available. The cemetery also provides inurnment for cremated remains.
Did you know Holy Cross provides peace of mind? It offers families continuity and respectful care. As Catholic Christians they believe in eternal life after death.
Now look toward the mausoleum. Its distinctive blue roof marks Holy Cross Cemetery. The landmark is visible from California State Route 94.
Among those interred here you will find some famous names. Charles F Buddy rests here. He was the first bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego. Also buried at Holy Cross is Andrew Cunanan. He is infamous for the murder of Gianni Versace. Actors William Gargan and Charlotte Henry are here. Actress Anita Page rests in Holy Cross.
Holy Cross Cemetery provides more than burial plots. It offers sacred Catholic liturgy for burial. Weekly Eucharists on the grounds bring comfort. The cemetery stands as holy ground almost as sacred as the church.
Consider pre-planning your end-of-life wishes. It helps you and your family gain peace of mind. Pre-planning spares your family from tough decisions. It ensures your preferences for burial are carried out. Holy Cross offers a welcoming approach to grieving families. Their experienced staff helps with burial plans.
As you leave Holy Cross remember its promise. It provides peace of mind and continuity. It offers sacred tradition and respectful care to all.