St. Francis Catholic Cemetery Beautification & Irrigation Upgrade
A Message to Our Families and Friends
We are pleased to announce the launch of a major beautification and irrigation upgrade project at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, a sacred resting place established by the Franciscans in 1897. This important initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to stewardship, sustainability, and the reverent care of our grounds.
Over the coming months, work will be carried out across the cemetery’s 60-acre property to modernize the irrigation system, level graves and memorial stones, and restore the evenness and dignity of the landscape. The first phase also includes planting 200 new trees, a living symbol of growth, renewal, and care for God’s creation.
Project completion is anticipated by May 31, 2026.
Key benefits of the project include:
• Enhanced beauty and healthier landscaping throughout the cemetery
• Improved water efficiency through modern, sustainable technology
• Greater reliability for year-round maintenance
• Long-term cost savings and reinvestment in future improvements
• Environmentally responsible care that reflects our Catholic values
All interments and cemetery services will continue without interruption during construction. Our dedicated staff and contractors are working closely to ensure that every service is conducted with dignity, respect, and compassion.
We are deeply grateful for your patience and support as we invest in the long-term preservation and beautification of St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, a sacred place of prayer, peace, and remembrance for generations to come.
