Cremation and Our Columbarium

The growing practice of cremation makes it possible for our church to restore the churchyard burial tradition. The columbarium provides a unique and economical choice for members of St. Thomas More parish to securely house the remains of loved ones in a setting close to familiar surroundings where they worship and perhaps were baptized and married. To the living, it provides a garden spot for visitation, remembrance and prayer for the deceased.

The Catholic Church’s directives provide for cremation as an alternative to traditional casket burial. St. Thomas More has dedicated church grounds that are a sacred final resting place for the cremated remains of its parishioners. Our columbarium is located on the walkway to the church adjacent to the Pastoral Office.