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1. How do I find out about burial plots at the cemetery?

Please call 325-676-6094 for more information about available plots.

2. How can I find the location of a grave?

View an online map of the City Cemetery.

For specific information on block numbers, contact the Cemetery Office at 325-676-6094 or come by our office at:
633 Walnut Street
Abilene, TX 79601

3. How can I find out if someone is buried at the Cemetery?

To locate a gravesite at the City Cemetery, visit Find a Grave and follow the on screen prompts. You may also contact us at 325-676-6094 for help with locating a grave.

4. Where is the cemetery located?

City Cemetery

The City Cemetery is located at:
1133 Cottonwood Street
Abilene, TX 79601

Cemetery Office

The Cemetery office is located at:
633 Walnut Street
Abilene, TX 79601

5. What are the fees for burial plots?

The fees for burial plots are as follows:

• $300 for Cremains
• $300 for Infant plots
• $500 for a Pre-Owned space for 2nd right-of-internment
• $750 for Adult plots
• $1,200 for a New Space with two rights-of-internment

6. Can I purchase a pre-need space?

Yes. You may purchase spaces for future use, but grave opening and closing may be paid only at the time of need. Please call 325-676-6094 to set up an appointment to view available pre-need spaces.

7. Am I allowed to place a grave marker on a grave?

Yes, although there are restrictions on the size of the marker. For more information, contact us at 325-676-6094 or come by our office from 8 am until 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except for on City holidays. The office is located at:
633 Walnut Street
Abilene, TX 79601

There is a permit fee that must be paid prior to the placing of any markers. For fee information, visit the Fee Schedule page.

8. Can I place decorations on or put a fence or curb around a grave?

Decorations

Vases, wreaths, flowers or ornaments must be placed on the grave marker or in a piece of pipe in the ground in line with the row of grave markers. We reserve the right to remove any decorations that may become unsightly or interfere with the maintenance of the cemetery.

Fence or Curb

No construction is permitted on cemetery lots, including such items as:

• Curbing
• Enclosures of Vegetation
• Fencing
• Gravel
• Wood or Brick Coverings

These items interfere with mowing and other Cemetery operations. For further information, contact us at 325-676-6094.

9. Can I plant a tree at the Cemetery?

Yes, the following are approved for planting: 

• Live Oak
• Chinese Pistache
• Texas Ash
• Texas Red Oak
• Lacey Oak
• Bois d'Arc Fruitless
• Eve's Necklac
• Crape Myrtle Tree
• Upright Juniper
• Rose Bushes
• Arizona Cypress Tree

Please contact the Cemetery Office at 325-676-6094 to arrange for help with placement, prior to planting. 

10. What are visiting hours at the cemetery?

Visiting hours are from sunrise to sunset, seven days a week.