Memorial Garden Columbarium

The custom of burying our loved ones near the parish church is almost as old as the concept of a parish itself. It is also a symbol of our life in faith, which begins in Baptism and ends with death and new life in Christ.

At the request of our parishioners, St. Mary Student Parish is constructing a memorial garden columbarium for the internment of remains of parish members and loved ones. A columbarium is an arrangement of openings, or niches, that are used as a permanent resting place for urns containing the cremated remains of an individual.

After years of planning, we’ve obtained permission from the Bishop and our memorial garden is under construction! Our columbarium is composed of cast bronze and granite, with 214 niches available. It is located in the courtyard behind the parish offices. The in-ground structure is along the wall facing the bell, and is visible from the upper atrium. In the spring, the surrounding areas of the columbarium will be beautifully landscaped.

For more information, including pricing and availability, please contact Julie Mussio