A cenotaph is an monument where the body is not present; a memorial erected in honor of a person or group whose physical remains are elsewhere. Cenotaphs have been erected in cemeteries since ancient times--often designed to honor soldiers and civilians lost to war or natural disasters. Today, cenotaphs commonly serve as a permanent place of remembrance for families that have chosen not to inter the cremated remains of their loved one or for family members who may not live near the burial site for a loved one, but who find value in having a place to visit, remember, and reflect. The cenotaph at Roselawn is constructed of granite and offers the option to place a bronze memorial plaque or butterfly to honor your loved one.

Effective July 2016 Artificial and fresh cut flowers are allowed at Roselawn Memorial Park. They will be left on the gravesite for the season as long as they are in approved permanent vases unless they become unsightly. Roselawn Memorial Park strives to ensure the safety of both visitors and our employees. The following rules and regulations have been established for this purpose and to help keep your Memorial Park beautiful. For the safety of all in the park, no glass containers, statuary, ceramics, terracotta, resin, exposed wires, toys or breakable items are permitted at any time. They will be removed and discarded. Shepherds hooks are not allowed in the park, for safety reasons during mowing season. No coping, curbing, fencing, or borders of any kind. No rock, bark, or similar materials are allowed on or around any grave, monuments, or markers. We will remove all existing landscaping in a time frame so that families of said landscaping can be notified. No plantings are allowed anywhere in Roselawn, other than what is planted by the Roselawn staff. Temporary markers are allowed for 45 days unless otherwise approved by the Roselawn office. Evergreen grave blankets, half blankets, and grave pillows will be allowed from December 1 through February 15. Roselawn Memorial Park will conduct a grounds clean up twice a year. Any grave decorations should be removed prior to these dates. Please do not place any flowers or decorations during this time frame. The clean up dates are: – March 1st through March 15th – November 1st through November 15th Roselawn will typically remove all holiday decorations one week after holidays. Easter, Mothers Day, Memorial Day, Fathers Day, 4th of July, and other public holidays. Decorations for personal holidays such as birthdays and anniversaries will also be removed one week after event. The only types of permanent vases permitted are bronze, granite, aluminum or zinc, which may be purchased at our office. Roselawn is not responsible for theft or damage to any personal property or floral arrangements placed on or near interment rights or elsewhere in the park. Please observe the speed limit of 10 miles per hour and do not drive or park on the grass. Seasonal artificial floral arrangements and winter wreaths are available for sale at the Roselawn Memorial Park office. Each grave may be decorated with one live or artificial floral arrangement.

FAQs Archive - Roselawn Memorial Park

Q: Why is having a place to visit so important?

Having a place to visit provides a focal point for memorializing the deceased. To remember and be remembered, are natural human needs. Throughout human history, memorialization of the dead has been a key component of almost every culture. Psychologists say that remembrance practices serve an important emotional function for survivors to help begin the healing process.

Q: Can I scatter cremated remains?

Yes, but you must scatter on private property with the permission of the property owner.

Q: Can I take the cremated remains home?

Yes. The remains are normally placed in an urn. Most families select an urn that is suitable for placement in a selected area of the home (to serve as a memorial area for remembering). Urns are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. Be sure to select an urn that will not break and one that can be sealed, depending on your intended use.

Q: I already own my cemetery property. Can I pre-arrange/pre-fund my funeral expenses and additional cemetery expenses such as the opening and closing of the grave?

Yes, this can be done using insurance policies or trusts created specifically for funeral and cemetery costs and can be arranged through your funeral director and/or cemeterian. Please feel free to call us at (217) 525-1661 to set-up an appointment to meet with one of our Advance Planning Memorialization Specialists.

What is a cenotaph?

A cenotaph is an monument where the body is not [...]

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Why is having a place to visit so important?

Having a place to visit provides a focal point for [...]

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Can I scatter cremated remains?

Yes, but you must scatter on private property with the [...]

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What are considerations for scattering?

Scattering has the potential to be painful for survivors. We [...]

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What should I consider if taking an urn home?

Please consider that while having a place of remembrance at [...]

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Can I take the cremated remains home?

Yes. The remains are normally placed in an urn. Most [...]

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What can be done with the cremated remains?

With cremation, your options are numerous. The cremated remains can [...]

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Columbarium Floral and Decoration Regulations

Effective September 2016 The columbariums within Roselawn Memorial Park include [...]

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Floral Regulations

Effective July 2016 Artificial and fresh cut flowers are allowed [...]

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I already own my cemetery property. Can I pre-arrange/pre-fund my funeral expenses and additional cemetery expenses such as the opening and closing of the grave?

Yes, this can be done using insurance policies or trusts [...]

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