Cemeteries in Norton, Massachusetts

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

We offer detailed information for cemeteries in Norton, Massachusetts , 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 Norton, Massachusetts .

Our database contains records of burials from 22 cemeteries.

The first known cemetery dates prior to 1700. However, the first recognized one dates to 1702. Called the Norton Common Cemetery, it is located on land that was once called the Chartley Common.

If you have sufficient land, it may be possible to have a green burial on your property. You'll need to get approval ahead of time from your local board of health. Towns and private cemeteries are increasingly permitting natural burial, essentially by not requiring use of a burial vault.