Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery is a peaceful and serene final resting place located in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia. This cemetery has been serving the Catholic community since 1962 and is owned and operated by the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth.
The cemetery offers a range of services including traditional in-ground burials, cremation burials, and above-ground entombment in their mausoleum. They also have a variety of memorial options such as upright monuments, flat markers, and cremation benches. The cemetery grounds are meticulously maintained, providing a beautiful and tranquil setting for loved ones to visit and remember their departed.
In addition to their burial services, Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery also offers pre-planning options for those who wish to make arrangements in advance. This allows individuals to make their final wishes known and alleviate the burden on their loved ones during a difficult time.
The history of this cemetery dates back to the early 1960s when the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth purchased the land and established it as a Catholic cemetery. Over the years, it has become a sacred and cherished place for families to lay their loved ones to rest.