Cemeteries in Industry, Illinois
FAQ
What are the different types of cemeteries in Industry?
Private Cemeteries in Industry, Illinois often have specific restrictions, such as religious affiliation or family connections. Military Cemeteries in Industry, Illinois are primarily for veterans and individuals who have served in the armed forces, and in some cases, their family members. Public Cemeteries in Industry, Illinois are open to the general public without any particular restrictions.
What information you provide for cemeteries in Industry?
We offer detailed information for cemeteries in Industry, 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 Industry, Illinois .
For how many cemeteries in Industry does PeopleLegacy have burial data?
Our database contains records of burials from 1 cemeteries.
Can you be buried on your own property 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.
Can you sell a burial plot in Illinois?
The cemetery may buy the plot back from you, but they are not required to do so. You may, however, pass the plot on to a family member or sell it to an outside party.
Do you have to be buried in a casket in Illinois?
No law requires a casket for burial. However, you should check with the cemetery; it may have rules requiring a certain type of container.
Are burial vaults required in Illinois?
Our state laws do not require a vault for burial. However, most cemeteries do require an outside container for the casket. The purpose is two-fold: First, the outside receptacle keeps the earth from settling, thus preventing the unevenness of the land which makes the cemetery less attractive.