Cemeteries in Ewing, NJ: A Guide for Families

Cemeteries and historic burial grounds in Ewing

Ewing Township is home to four main cemeteries, interestingly located in pairs: Ewing Church Cemetery and Ewing Cemetery, near the intersection of Scotch Road and Carlton Avenue, and St. Hedwig's Cemetery and Fountain Lawn Memorial Park, both on Eggerts Crossing Road near the Lawrenceville border.

For families researching an existing gravesite or planning a new memorial, understanding the history and location of the cemetery is an important first step.

Ewing Church Cemetery

Ewing Church Cemetery is the oldest of Ewing's four cemeteries and among the oldest continuously used sites in the township, dating back to 1708. It is connected to Ewing Covenant Presbyterian Church — a historic American Revolutionary War-era congregation whose current church building dates from 1867 — and is the resting place of 35 veterans of the Revolutionary War.

The cemetery's older sections are a favorite among genealogists, since many of Ewing's earliest area families are buried there. For families arranging a headstone or monument at Ewing Church Cemetery, the memorial should be planned according to the specific requirements of the historic gravesite and cemetery.

Ewing Cemetery

Adjacent to Ewing Church Cemetery, Ewing Cemetery has grown over roughly 300 years into a large, non-sectarian burial ground spanning more than 50 acres, with mature oak trees, tree-lined drives, and a mausoleum.

Ewing Cemetery offers in-ground burial across ten distinct sections, along with public mausoleums, patio crypts, and urn garden graves. The cemetery also includes consecrated Jewish sections available to families of that faith, reflecting the diversity of the families it has served over the generations.

As a non-sectarian cemetery, Ewing Cemetery serves all faiths and nationalities, offering a wide range of customized burial programs to preserve each family's heritage and cultural traditions.

Other cemeteries serving Ewing families

Ewing Church Cemetery and Ewing Cemetery are only part of Ewing's broader cemetery landscape.

St. Hedwig's Cemetery

St. Hedwig's Cemetery, located on Eggerts Crossing Road, is one of the Catholic cemetery properties serving the Ewing area, associated with the Diocese of Trenton's network of parish cemeteries. For families choosing a memorial for a Catholic cemetery, religious symbols, inscriptions, and traditional design elements can be incorporated into the monument.

Fountain Lawn Memorial Park

Fountain Lawn Memorial Park, also on Eggerts Crossing Road, offers a newer, park-style cemetery setting. Park-style cemeteries like Fountain Lawn often favor flat, ground-level markers to maintain an open, uniform landscape, so families should confirm the applicable memorial style before finalizing a design.

Historic cemetery research in Ewing

Ewing's cemeteries can also be valuable sources of local and family history.

For families researching an older gravesite, historical cemetery records can sometimes provide useful information about:

• Family members

• Original burial locations

• Dates of interment

• Historic inscriptions

• Cemetery relocations

• Religious affiliations

• Existing monuments and grave markers

This can be particularly relevant when researching historic Ewing families, including descendants of the area's earliest Presbyterian congregations, whose graves date back many generations.

Choosing a memorial for an Ewing cemetery

Once you have identified the cemetery and gravesite, the next step is determining what type of memorial is appropriate.

Cemetery requirements can vary, so families should confirm the applicable rules before approving a final design. Important considerations may include:

• Memorial dimensions

• Permitted monument types

• Granite or bronze specifications

• Foundation requirements

• Installation procedures

• Lettering and design restrictions

• Religious symbols

• Cemetery approval procedures

At Abby Rose Inc., we help families navigate these considerations when planning a headstone or monument for an Ewing cemetery.

Types of memorials available for Ewing cemeteries

Different gravesites can accommodate different memorial styles.

Upright Headstones

Single upright monuments are a traditional choice for individual gravesites, common throughout Ewing Church Cemetery's oldest sections. They provide substantial space for names, dates, inscriptions, religious symbols, portraits, and personalized artwork. Explore custom single upright headstones.

Slant Markers

Slant markers have an angled face that makes inscriptions easy to read while maintaining a lower profile than an upright monument. See custom slant markers.

Flat Markers

Flat or flush markers sit at ground level and provide a more understated memorial option, common at park-style cemeteries such as Fountain Lawn Memorial Park.

Double and Companion Headstones

For spouses or family members sharing a gravesite, a double or companion monument can create a unified memorial while providing space for individual names, dates, inscriptions, and symbols.

Mausoleums and Crypts

Some cemetery properties, including Ewing Cemetery, provide above-ground entombment through mausoleum crypts or private mausoleum structures. Abby Rose also designs custom mausoleums, including single crypt, family crypt, and walk-in styles. Explore custom mausoleums.

How cemetery requirements affect memorial design

A memorial should always be designed with the cemetery and gravesite in mind. A design that is appropriate for one cemetery may not meet the requirements of another.

Dimensions, foundation specifications, memorial type, material, and installation procedures can all influence the final design. This is particularly important when working with historic cemetery properties like Ewing Church Cemetery, where preservation considerations may also be relevant.

Abby Rose Inc. helps families with memorial design, granite selection, engraving, cemetery coordination, delivery, and installation.

You can learn more about granite options and memorial materials on our Granite Colors & Materials page.

Planning a headstone for an Ewing cemetery

Choosing a cemetery and memorial can feel overwhelming, particularly when a family is making arrangements during a difficult time.

Understanding the cemetery and its requirements from the beginning can make the process easier. Whether your loved one is buried at Ewing Church Cemetery, Ewing Cemetery, St. Hedwig's Cemetery, or Fountain Lawn Memorial Park, Abby Rose Inc. can help you explore appropriate memorial options and coordinate the process.

You can also read our guide to headstones in Ewing, NJ for more information about memorial options available to local families.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What cemeteries does Abby Rose serve in Ewing? Abby Rose Inc. provides memorial services for families in the Ewing area, including work associated with cemeteries such as Ewing Church Cemetery, Ewing Cemetery, St. Hedwig's Cemetery, and Fountain Lawn Memorial Park.

2. How old is Ewing Church Cemetery? Ewing Church Cemetery dates back to 1708, making it one of the oldest continuously used burial grounds in Mercer County.

3. Can I choose any headstone for an Ewing cemetery? Not necessarily. Cemeteries can have specific rules regarding memorial dimensions, materials, foundations, placement, and design. Families should confirm the applicable requirements before ordering a memorial.

4. What type of memorial can I choose? Depending on the cemetery and gravesite, options may include upright headstones, companion monuments, slant markers, flat markers, bronze memorials, mausoleums, and other customized memorials.

5. How do I start designing a memorial? The best starting point is to identify the cemetery and confirm its requirements. You can then work with a memorial specialist to select the appropriate memorial type, granite, dimensions, inscription, and design.

Create a meaningful memorial in Ewing, NJ

Every cemetery has its own history, character, and requirements. Understanding those details before choosing a memorial can help ensure that the finished monument is appropriate for the gravesite and meaningful to your family.

From Ewing Church Cemetery and Ewing Cemetery to St. Hedwig's Cemetery and Fountain Lawn Memorial Park, Abby Rose Inc. provides personalized memorial design and cemetery coordination for families throughout the Ewing area.

Contact Abby Rose Inc. to begin your memorial design.

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