October 2021 - Updated Rules and Regulations

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 
In verdant pastures he gives me repose.
(Psalm 23:1-2)

St. Patrick’s Cemetery is the Parish Cemetery of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Hockessin. Established in 1868, the cemetery is located on six acres near the picturesque Ashland Nature Preserve. It is named for the original St. Patrick’s Church which was built in 1860. Our Parish Committee operates and lovingly cares for the cemetery. We invite you to consider the many options we offer to celebrate and remember a life.

The custom of visiting the cemetery and praying for the dead can be traced to the women who returned to the tomb of Jesus that Easter morning to mourn and complete the preparation of His body for burial. Then and there they discovered that He had been raised from the dead. Today, our visits to the cemetery are prompted by our love and faith. We come to remember, to mourn, to give thanks for the life that our beloved shared with us, to pray, and to strengthen our belief that one day we will be united with our beloved in Eternal Life.

For Your Consideration

• Parish cemetery for use by parishioners and their families

• Beautiful, serene location

• Parish Manager and staff to assist you through each phase of your decision-making

• Several monument options available  (including above-ground)

• Single- and double-depth graves

• Cremated remains interred in accordance with Catholic doctrine

• Pre-planning and purchase of your cemetery plot is a cost-effective option we  encourage. Relocating due to retirement or career change?  No need for worry. Your plots will be bought back from you at your request.