How We Help
Cemetery Services
We offer a comprehensive range of cemetery services delivered with compassion, professionalism, and deep respect — serving families and the broader community of Tatamagouche and Colchester County.
What We Provide
Services Delivered with Care and Dignity
From the day-to-day maintenance of the grounds to long-term heritage preservation, our services are designed to meet the needs of families and researchers with warmth and professionalism.
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Service 01
Grounds Maintenance
The grounds of the Earltown Church Cemetery are maintained throughout the year by our dedicated team of volunteers and contracted service providers. A well-maintained cemetery is an expression of respect — for those who rest here, and for the families who visit.
Seasonal Grass Cutting
Regular mowing and trimming throughout the growing season, ensuring that all areas of the cemetery are kept neat and tidy.
Pathway & Drainage Upkeep
Maintenance of cemetery pathways, gates, and drainage infrastructure to ensure safe and accessible grounds for all visitors.
Monument Care
Careful attention to the stability and cleanliness of headstones and monuments, with priority given to historically significant markers.
Winter Maintenance
Appropriate seasonal preparation of the grounds for the Nova Scotia winter, including clearing debris and protecting vulnerable markers.
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Service 02
Cemetery Plots
We assist families in understanding plot availability and the process of securing a burial space in the Earltown Church Cemetery. Our team provides respectful, clear guidance during what is often a difficult time.
Plot Availability Inquiries
Families interested in securing a burial plot are welcome to contact us to discuss available locations within the cemetery.
Existing Plot Information
Families who believe they have existing plots within the cemetery can contact us to verify plot locations and associated records.
Cemetery Maps
Our cemetery map records allow families and researchers to locate specific burial sites within the grounds with accuracy.
For all plot-related inquiries, please contact us directly. We are happy to assist with patience and care.
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Service 03
Records & Genealogy
The Earltown Church Cemetery Company maintains a comprehensive collection of interment records, burial maps, and historical documentation spanning more than two centuries. These records are an invaluable resource for genealogical research and family history.
We are pleased to assist descendants of Earltown families, Nova Scotia genealogists, and heritage researchers in accessing our records. Contact us with specific inquiries and we will do our best to assist.
Interment Records
Name, date, and burial location records for interments dating back to the earliest years of the cemetery.
Headstone Transcriptions
Photographed and transcribed records of headstone inscriptions, including those that are now difficult to read due to weathering.
Cemetery Maps & Surveys
Plot maps and cemetery surveys providing precise locations for burial sites — essential for genealogical and heritage research.
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Service 04
Interment Services
The Earltown Church Cemetery provides burial services to eligible families. We work closely with families and funeral service providers to ensure that every interment is conducted with the highest level of respect, care, and dignity.
Traditional Ground Burials
Full ground burial services, coordinated with the family's chosen funeral home and conducted in a spirit of reverence and dignity.
Cremated Remains Interment
Interment of cremated remains is available within the cemetery. Families are welcome to contact us to discuss options and arrangements.
Family Plot Interments
For families with existing plots in the cemetery, we facilitate all necessary coordination for interments within their established family plot.
Service 05
Memorialization
We support families in the memorialization of their loved ones — from guidance on monument placement to the maintenance of existing markers — ensuring that every life is remembered with appropriate dignity.
Monument Placement Guidance
We provide guidance to families regarding monument specifications, placement requirements, and approved materials to ensure compliance with cemetery standards.
Monument Maintenance
Our team provides care for monuments and headstones within the cemetery, attending to cleaning, levelling, and general preservation to combat the effects of time and weather.
Memorial Records
All monuments and memorials are documented in our cemetery records, ensuring that the information they carry is preserved even if the physical marker is ever damaged.