St. Trinity Cemetery recognizes that families wish to honor their loved ones with flowers and decorations. The Board of Directors has developed a “Floral and Decoration Policy” to honor this desire while also ensuring the cemetery grounds remain safe, dignified, and aesthetically pleasing for all visitors. Highlights of this policy are summarized below. The full policy is accessible in the green footer at the bottom of the page.
- Each grave is permitted one floral arrangement, either fresh or artificial, placed in a metal or plastic vase. Permanent plantings of any kind are not allowed.
- Flower saddles for headstones or monuments are permitted. Grips on the saddles must fit securely.
- Seasonal wreaths for Easter and Christmas, displayed on small wire easels are permitted.
- All flowers and decorations will be removed annually between February 1 and February 15. This schedule may be adjusted due to weather or operational needs.
- Funeral flowers will be removed 5–7 days after interment to ensure visitor safety and uninterrupted cemetery operations
- Flowers or decorations that become faded, discolored, damaged, deteriorated, or displaced by wildlife may be removed at any time at the discretion of cemetery staff.
Decorations must be fully contained in a vase at the grave space, as loose items can be thrown by our mowers and trimmers, posing a safety hazard for our staff. For this reason, as well as to present a pleasing appearance for the cemetery as a whole, the items listed below are not permitted at grave spaces:
- Food, beverages, battery-operated, or flammable objects
- Live trees, shrubs, landscaping, or potted plants
- Grave mats or blankets, fencing, arches, or structural enclosures
- Glass, ceramic, or other breakable containers
- Candles, solar lights, shepherd hooks, or metal stakes
- Wind chimes, pinwheels, balloons, birdhouses, toys, figurines, trinkets, or loose coins
- Stuffed animals, clothing, paper, cardboard, or other moisture-absorbing items
Visitors are asked to respect other families by adhering to this policy. A sincere thank you to all for supporting the efforts of the Staff and Board of Directors in maintaining the beautiful grounds of St. Trinity Cemetery.
Please contact the cemetery office at info@sttrinitycemetery.com or (314) 892-3662 for more information regarding floral and other grave decorations.