Cemeteries in Elliott, Iowa

Private Cemeteries in Elliott, Iowa often have specific restrictions, such as religious affiliation or family connections. Military Cemeteries in Elliott, Iowa are primarily for veterans and individuals who have served in the armed forces, and in some cases, their family members. Public Cemeteries in Elliott, Iowa are open to the general public without any particular restrictions.

We offer detailed information for cemeteries in Elliott, Iowa , including the names of deceased individuals, their birth and death dates, data about relatives, and cemetery locations. Additionally, you can obtain historical records and conduct searches for ancestors interred in Elliott, Iowa .

Our database contains records of burials from 1 cemeteries.

Woodland Cemetery, Des Moines Established in 1848 before Des Moines was the state capital, the Woodland Cemetery has since grown to be a 65-acre site. It is home to more than 80,000 souls, including some of Iowa's and Des Moines' most prestigious residents.

Code of Iowa Chapter 523I contains many of the laws related to cemeteries, including provisions on perpetual care cemeteries. It also designates a state agency, the Regulated Industries Unit of the Iowa Insurance Division, to administer the laws and oversee cemetery operations.

Where can bodies be buried in Iowa? Most bodies are buried in established cemeteries, but burial on private property is possible in Iowa. Before conducting a home burial or establishing a family cemetery, check with the county or town clerk for any local zoning laws you must follow.