Christmas Flower Policy

All Cemeteries EXCEPT Holy Redeemer and All Souls

The Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Cemeteries and Mortuaries has the obligation and responsibility to all the Owners of Burial Rights to maintain and preserve the appearance of its Cemeteries.  The following Rules and Regulations are made in the best interest of all concerned in order that the Cemeteries may continue to be a refuge for those seeking a serene location for reflection, meditation, and/or prayer.

The flower policy for the Christmas season differs from that of the rest of the year.  Immediately after  the 

Thanksgiving holiday, potted flowers, plants, wreaths or baskets are permitted on graves.  All wreaths and other decorations must be on an easel or sound support which can be removed for suitable trimming around the memorial.  The Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Cemeteries & Mortuaries (DOPCCM) is not responsible or liable for decorations not removed by the next removal date - the second week of January 2011.

Digging holes, etching or mowing designs, borders, etc for any purpose whatsoever is strictly prohibited.  DOPCCM has the authority to remove all decorations, floral designs, weeds, trees, shrubs or herbage of any kind from the cemetery, as soon as, in the judgement of the management, they become unsightly, dangerous, oversized, detrimental or diseased, or when they do not conform to the standards maintained.

Fresh flowers are not permitted in the enclosed Mausoleum areas.  All flowers on Crypts or Niches must be placed in DOPCCM approved vase units.  Floral arrangements are not permitted that encroach on other Crypt or Niche fronts.  Decorations, cards, pictures, stickers, tape or other material may not be affixed to the Crypt or Niche front.  The Cemetery, without Notice to the Owner, reserves the right to remove and dispose of any decoration from a Crypt or Niche that, in management's judgment, is inappropriate.

Holy Redeemer Cemetery and All Souls Cemetery

During the holiday periods (Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Memorial Day, All Souls' Day, Christmas), flower Grave decorations are allowed from seven (7) days preceding the holiday until seven (7) days after the holiday. 

DOPCCM is not responsible for items that are missing or stolen from a Grave location.