Saint Mary's Cemetery is a historical landmark in New Jersey that dates back to the mid 1840s. Located at the original site of Saint Mary's Stony Hill Church, Saint Mary's Cemetery perpetuates the beauty of the area as well as the history and heritage of area residents. Sprawling lawns, statues, statuesque and ancient trees, curving pathways, and exquisitely arranged and sculptured shrubs, lawns and layout of the cemetery property has and will continue to meet the needs of catholic residents in Watchung as well as surrounding communities. Located in central New Jersey, the cemetery grounds offer beautiful landscapes and vistas of the New Jersey countryside in a peaceful, rural area. Serving the needs of area residents for generations, staff at Saint Mary's Cemetery are compassionate, friendly and available to meet the needs of grieving family members and loved ones. As one of the most well-known and historic cemeteries in the area, Saint Mary's Cemetery meets the needs of traditional and modern Catholics with a variety of services, options, and burial choices. Since 1847, the grounds of Saint Mary's Cemetery has offered area residents a serene and secluded location rich is the beauty of the New Jersey countryside as well as a secure and serene location as a final resting place for parish members, community founders and residents. Two mausoleums serve the needs of many area residents, the first completed in 1992, the second in 2002. The grounds of the Roman Catholic cemetery are vast, and flat, gently rolling lawns as well as tree shaded areas are all made accessible by a well planned pathways and sections. Grounds are perpetually green, trees regularly trimmed, and shrubs manicured with pride, offering visitors one of the most beautiful cemetery locations in the area. Located just off Interstate 78 in Central New Jersey, Saint Mary's Cemetery is a short distance from a variety of parks, including the Watchung Reservation, Passaic River County Park, and the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The cemetery may be accessed on Plainfield Avenue adjacent to Saint Mary's Stony Hill Church. Located a relatively short drive west of Newark and Jersey City, Saint Mary's Cemetery offers easy access and transportation as well as nearby accommodations and dining opportunities for visitors. |