Local cemeteries hold profound significance within our communities, serving as final resting places for our loved ones and as historical landmarks that connect us to our past. However, the upkeep of these sacred grounds is often an overlooked responsibility, relying heavily on donations from the community to maintain their beauty and dignity.
The importance of donating to local cemeteries cannot be overstated. These funds are crucial for a variety of maintenance tasks, including lawn care, tree trimming, gravestone cleaning, and general landscaping. Proper maintenance ensures that cemeteries remain peaceful and respectful environments for those who visit to mourn and remember.
Behind the well-kept appearance of these cemeteries are dedicated individuals who work consistently to uphold their condition. Often, these caretakers are volunteers or part of small teams that may lack adequate funding. Their commitment to preserving the sanctity and aesthetics of the cemeteries is commendable, reflecting a deep sense of duty and respect for the deceased and their families.
What many may not realize is that these caretakers frequently front the costs of maintenance from their own pockets when donations fall short. This financial burden can be substantial, covering expenses for everything from equipment repairs to paying for additional help themselves. Their willingness to personally finance these tasks shows their dedication, but it also highlights the pressing need for community support.
By donating to local cemeteries, community members can ensure that these caretakers have the resources they need to continue their valuable work without undue financial strain. Contributions, whether large or small, collectively make a significant impact, enabling the upkeep of the grounds and the preservation of our heritage.
Supporting local cemeteries fosters a sense of community and shared responsibility. It encourages us to take an active role in honoring those who came before us and maintaining spaces that provide solace and reflection for the living. It is a tangible way to show respect for the past and care for the future.
The upkeep of local cemeteries is a vital community service that depends heavily on donations. The dedication and selflessness of those who maintain these grounds deserve our appreciation and support. By contributing to their efforts, we ensure that our cemeteries remain beautiful, respectful, and accessible to all, preserving their significance for generations to come.
A full list of people you can send your donations in to can be found on page 3 of each edition of the Centreville Press, but for ease of access, allow me to list them here:
- Cedar Grove Cemetery: Please make donations out to Mike Lewis, 575 Cedar Grove Road, West Blocton, AL 35184
- Enon Baptist Church Cemetery: Main donations to Enon
Baptist Cemetery PO Box 609 Centreville, AL 35042 For more
info. 205-613-9060 or 205-928-2529 - Thrasher Family Cemetery in Woodstock, AL: c/o Danny
Kellum 11502 Brown Circle Woodstock, AL 35188. - Shady Grove II Cemetery: Shady Grove II Baptist, 7247
Grey Hill Rd., West Blocton, AL 35184. - Pleasant Hill Church Cemetery: 2827 Ingate Pass, Centreville,
AL 35042 - Mount Carmel Cemetery: Baptist Foundation of Alabama,
P. O. Box 241227, Montgomery, AL 36124-1227. Mark check
“Mt. Carmel Cemetery Fund Account #00-1870” - Pondville Perpetual Cemetery: Larry Watkins 8490 Payne
Lake Rd. Brent, AL 35034 - Wesley Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery: Linda Crim
7197 Montevallo Rd. Centreville, AL 205.340.3476 - Schultz Creek Cemetery: PO Box 706, Centreville, AL 35042.
- Shiney Rock Cemetery: call 205-938-9537
- Kinard Cemetery, Lowerytown: Kinard Cemetery Fund,
Lowreytown, C/O Vicki Goggins 1694 Hopewell Church Road
West Blocton, 35184 - If you have family buried at Old Salem Methodist Church
Cemetary send donation to, Salem Methodist Cemetary Fund,
374 Collen Road, Selma, Al 36701 or call Jean Stevens at 205-
316-8736 - Donations to Mt. Ivah Cemetery are greatly appreciated.
Please send to: Lynn R. Johnson, 67 Friendship Pass, Brent Al
35034 - Little Hope Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery (West
Eoline): C/O William Deason 262 Grover Lane Centreville, AL
35042-5562 - Green Pond Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Homecoming is 4th Sunday in May, Send donations for upkeep to P O Box
145, Green Pond, AL 35074
