c/o Corporation
of the Town of Whitby
575 Rossland Road East,
Whitby ON L1N 2M8
Hwy #12, East
Side, 2 Kms North of Taunton Rd.
(905) 655-3493
Fax: (905) 655-9230
'Community Care Forever'
...serving Brooklin, Whitby and the surrounding
Region.
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The
first burial to take place in Groveside was that of the late Mrs. Nancy
Holt in the spring of 1874.
Owing to a lapse in following up and indifference of the heirs of the original Owners, the condition of Groveside Cemetery slid into a deplorable state as to the topographical condition, lack of proper financing and management, the Whitby Township Council took over the cemetery late in 1942. |
| A Cemetery Board, as previously chosen at a Lot Owners meeting was approved by Whitby Township Council and as such the Board be known as Groveside Cemetery Board of Whitby Township. |
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| Today, the Groveside Cemetery Board is entrusted with 14 acres of land ensuring the cemetery is well managed, groomed and maintained. |
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There are four acres of new burial plots located on the southern side of the cemetery. |
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Also, twenty six Memorial Trees have been planted along the new southern cemetery roadway and are now available for Individual Memorial Tributes. This is a unique way to remember a loved one while contributing to the overall beauty of the cemetery. |
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Perennial Memorial Garden In a continuing effort to ad colour and beauty at our cemetery, the Groveside Cemetery Board are planning a Perennial Memorial Garden, to be located in the center of Section T. This garden will add continuous colour to the area from Spring until Fall. Some plantings of ornamental grasses will add enhancement even through Winter. We would like to give families and friends the opportunity to memorialize a loved one through these perennial plantings. With a minimum donation of $25.00 made towards the garden, a 3"x4" plaque, mounted on a stand would be placed in amongst the flowers. The plaque would read "Planted in memory of ................... " Application donation forms are available in our office or you may call and request an application form to be mailed to you. Further information may be obtained by calling the cemetery at 905-655-3493 or visiting the cemetery office between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday). |
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Garden
Urn Memorial Program In a continuing effort to enhance the beauty and uniformity at the cemetery, the Groveside Cemetery Board are introducing the Garden Urn Memorial Program. Visiting loved ones at Groveside may not always be possible. This Memorial Program is an opportunity to have a colourful display, cared for by cemetery staff, during the summer months. |
The program will offer a decorative clay urn, available in two sizes, filled with annual flowers. Samples of the urns will be on display at the cemetery office. A small memorial plaque, attached to a metal stand, will also be placed in the urn. The urn and plaque will be stored indoors, during the winter months.
The Groveside Cemetery Board will retain ownership of the urns and any which become damaged, broken, or unsightly, will be replaced.
Further information on options and costs for the program may be obtained by calling the cemetery at 905-655-3493, or visiting the cemetery office between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday).
Garden Urn Memorial Program
Initial Fee for Program Including:
15" diameter Urn complete with 3"x4" Memorial Plaque & Stand and 1 Year maintenance.
(Two style choices)$ 118.77 GST Incl.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FEE *, after initial year: $52.43 (GST Included)
* Maintenance fee includes: flowers, planting mix, fertilizer & water.
** Subject to change, periodically.(Fee is Payable by March 1st of each year for ordering materials).
Payment can be made by cheque or VISA
For more information, please call: 905 655-3493
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Interment Fees
Cemetery Superintendent:
Ken
Slute
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