Cemeteries in Rochester, Illinois
FAQ
What are the different types of cemeteries in Rochester?
Private Cemeteries in Rochester, Illinois often have specific restrictions, such as religious affiliation or family connections. Military Cemeteries in Rochester, Illinois are primarily for veterans and individuals who have served in the armed forces, and in some cases, their family members. Public Cemeteries in Rochester, Illinois are open to the general public without any particular restrictions.
What information you provide for cemeteries in Rochester?
We offer detailed information for cemeteries in Rochester, Illinois , 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 Rochester, Illinois .
For how many cemeteries in Rochester does PeopleLegacy have burial data?
Our database contains records of burials from 7 cemeteries.
Can I be buried on my property in Illinois?
But, is it legal to bury a body in my yard in Illinois? The answer, according to Illinois Funeral Laws, is yes — depending on local zoning rules. There are no laws in the state to prohibit home burial. Only California, Indiana, Washington, and the District of Columbia outlaw the practice.
Do cemeteries pay property tax in Illinois?
Pursuant to its Constitutional mandate, the General Assembly enacted Section 15- 45 of the Property Tax Code (35 ILCS 200/1-1 et seq), wherein "[a]ll property used exclusively as graveyards or grounds for burying the dead" is exempted from real estate taxation.