Calvary Cemetery
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In 1887 Father Gaffney purchased the Calvary Cemetery property. On June 28, 1891, Bishop DeGoesbriand came to Rutland to consecrate the new cemetery. A large marble cross had been erected in the center of the cemetery. Around this cross the crowd gathered. The Bishop and the clergy stood at the foot of the cross and the rite of consecration began. The Bishop began with a prayer to God asking that: "He bless, sanctify and consecrate this cemetery so that the human bodies after having finished the course of life, while waiting the great day of judgement, may merit the joys of eternal life."
(Taken from "home" A History of St. Peter's Parish Rutland Vermont by Patrick T. Hannon) -
Donations
To make a donation toward the care and maintenance of the cemetery grounds, please use the link, Donate to St. Peter Parish, above. Scroll down to "ways to give" and select Calvary Cemetery. All donations are tax deductible. Thank you!
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Contact information
For information regarding the purchase of a lot, burials or to find a grave send an email to:
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Hour/Days of Operation
The cemetery is open May 1st through November 15th, from 8:00a.m. to dusk.
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Directions