How to Arrange a Burial

The bylaws enacted by the Cemetery Commission regarding burials in Princeton Cemeteries are as follows:

1.  Full Burials (those other than cremation) require that the Cemetery Superintendent be notified at least three (3) days prior to a burial. This time is necessary to research the history of the lot, determine whether or not the lot has been used, make arrangements for site preparation and grave closing.

2. A representative of the deceased with decision making power must meet with the Superintendent at the burial site to mark the burial location OR agree to waive their rights in such decision-making, giving sole discretion to the Superintendent or Cemetery Commission Member.

NOTE: Any costs associated with burial in a location other than that which has been determined at the meeting with the Superintendent is to be reflected in an added charge which represents a cost to the town for correction of an error.

3. Lot purchases are to be paid in full prior to internments.

4. All burials, including cremation burials, must be in a vault. Cremation vaults can be provided by the Cemetery Department, for a fee, if arrangements have not been made with a funeral home.

5. Please see the Fee Schedule for grave opening prices. Payment must be received before the internment or the day of internment. All checks are to be made out to the Town of Princeton and may be given to the Cemetery Superintendent (or workers) at the burial site or pre-paid at the Town Clerk's office.

Please direct any questions or concerns on the above information to the Cemetery Superintendent, 978-340-8483