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Assumption Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum

About

Consecrated in 1952, Assumption Catholic Cemetery was established to serve the population of the far south Chicago suburbs. The cemetery spans 193 acres west of Cottage Grove Avenue in Glenwood, Illinois and has over 19,000 interments (as of 12/31/22).

In 1977, the Garden Mausoleum crypt complex was opened, which features outdoor above-ground burial spaces for full-body and cremated remains.
Assumption Cemetery oversees the operation of 3 smaller parish cemeteries in the area, they are:
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LOCATION

19500 Cottage Grove Avenue
Glenwood, IL 60425 VIEW MAP
708.758.4772 VIEW MAP GET DIRECTIONS

Hours of Operation

  • Cemetery Grounds

    Mon - Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Closed Now
  • Office

    Mon - Fri 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

    Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Closed Now



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My parents and my two oldest sons are buried here. Assumption has helped in so many ways,had three services here,very well planned, and helpful. I definitely recommend Assumption Cemetery. Very well maintained and cleaned. Thank you.
Dawn G.
Peaceful, Well Kept, Clean, Staff very helpful & friendly.
Monica S.
Awesome service, beautiful site, clean and well organized burial ground. Looks peaceful and things are in order and done at a fast pace. Good job Assumption. Will definitely recommend.
Titiola J.

I love the Cemetery... Most of my family is buried here and I will be buried here... I just love being here. It’s so peaceful, calm and loving. The groundskeeping team is just amazing.

Kelly K. | Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Customer
Excellent services; beautiful grounds! Thank you for laying our loved one to rest in such a beautiful way!!!!
Judith R. | All Saints Cemetery Customer
Their affordable plans made it so easy for me to take care of it on my own and not burden my family. Plus as a Catholic I am so grateful to be buried in a Catholic cemetery.
Linda D.

We buried my husband's ashes at St. Michael's cemetery and will always remember the wonderful care we were given... The entire staff was marvelous.

Audrey T. | St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery Customer

I am pleased with how easy it was to pick out our grave spots.
Highly recommended.

Bernadette B.

The staff was absolutely amazing!! Very helpful, kind and went over and beyond to help us out. Very grateful.

Penni A. | Resurrection Cemetery Customer
I am so happy I decided to make Queen of Heaven my final resting place. I purchased a niche yesterday inside the mausoleum which I just discovered is the world’s largest Catholic Mausoleum.
Queen of Heaven Cemetery Customer
They have been taking care of my family for years and I have to say to them thanks for all of the graves you take care of today and everyday.
All Saints Cemetery Customer
The upkeep of your cemetery is outstanding! What a beautiful way to respect those who have passed.
Audrey K. | St. Joseph Cemetery Customer

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For more than 180 years, the Catholic Cemeteries of Chicago have served as a foundation to families, joining generations through Peace of Mind, Tradition and Faith.

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