In honor of Veteran’s Day, November 11th, we want to honor our military who served and are buried here in Zion Cemetery. These are just a few of those who served in the Civil War. Henry “William” Beerman Julius Theodore Brunk – US Army Union, 4th Reg Johann “John” Colonius – Union, 2nd Lt CoRead more
An interesting read about how a walk or jog through a cemetery can change what you might think of or feel about cemeteries. http://time.com/4186177/lee-eisenberg-the-point/ Read more
This year, the annual conference for the Associated Cemeteries of Missouri was held at Tan-Tar-A Resort from July 19-21. Two board members and our Family Services Representative traveled to the conference to listen to the speakers, visit with the vendors, and catch up on old acquaintances. (To be clear, it’s the acquaintanceships which are old,Read more
Zion’s board is made up of volunteers who dedicate their time to helping improve the cemetery and keep it running. Here are a few things to know about one of our board members. Read more
Here’s our line-up for our August event! 10:05-10:20 Green Burials Rick Lay, Bellefontaine Cemetery 10:25-10:40 “Bee” a Pollinator Pantry Mary Ann Fink, St. Louis County Parks 10:45-11:00 Flameless Cremation Randy Singer, Valhalla Funeral Chapel & Cemetery 11:05-11:20 Native Plants in Your Yard Kyle Cheesborough, Bellefontaine Cemtery 11:25-11:40 African-American Cemeteries in STL Ernest Jordan, Friends of Father Dickson Cemetery 11:45-12:00 GenealogyRead more
When visiting Zion, and other cemeteries in the area, you are likely to come across grave markers shaped like tree trunks. These mark the graves of the Woodmen of the World. Zion is home to a particularly large and impressive Woodman monument just inside the gate. Learn about this interesting organization here.Read more
Zion’s board is made up of volunteers who dedicate their time to helping improve the cemetery and keep it running. Here are a few things to know about one of our board members. What is your favorite place to vacation? The quiet beaches in Treasure Island are a peaceful retreat for me. I love hearingRead more
1883-1917 The early minutes of the cemetery board were written in German and reflect life at that time. 1883 The first interment took place at the cemetery in December. Originally, the property contained a stable, a barn, a picnic shelter, and a lake. 1885 The cemetery board posted signs prohibiting tying your horse to aRead more
Zion’s board is made up of volunteers who dedicate their time to helping improve the cemetery and keep it running. Here are a few things to know about one of our board members. What is the most interesting part of being on the board? Getting to see all the old documents. There’s some neat historyRead more
Many small cemeteries that do not have endowments have become neglected over the years. But sometimes, a group of dedicated volunteers get together to do something about that. Two historic African-American cemeteries in St. Louis are currently under the care of such volunteers. Father Dickson Cemetery, Crestwood. This cemetery fell into ruin during the latterRead more