Grove Hill Cemetery
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Grove Hill Cemetery

Rockville, Tolland County, Connecticut, USA

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This cemetery opened in 1847. The residents of the expanding mill village of Rockville wanted a cemetery closer to them than the existing ones in Vernon. Initially 7.5 acres were purchased from David Hale. In the 1860s, 9.5 acres overlooking the Hockanum River were acquired. In the 20th century, a chapel was constructed and two veterans' fields were opened. Today, the cemetery occupies more than 31 acres of land. With its appearance and layout, it exemplifies the Victorian ideal of a rural cemetery designed to evoke feelings of consolation and remembrance.

Administered by the town hall, the cemetery department is responsible for overseeing all services performed within the boundaries of the five cemeteries, including Bamforth Road, Elmwood, Old Dobsonville and Valley Falls. Their goal is to serve the community well when the need arises and to provide high quality maintenance for the properties. The office is located at Grove Hill Cemetery and its hours of operation are by appointment only. For more information or to inquire about purchasing a grave lot, please contact the cemetery department to schedule an appointment.

This cemetery opened in 1847. The residents of the expanding mill village of Rockville wanted a cemetery closer to them than the existing ones in Vernon. Initially 7.5 acres were purchased from David Hale. In the 1860s, 9.5 acres overlooking the Hockanum River were acquired. In the 20th century, a chapel was constructed and two veterans' fields were opened. Today, the cemetery occupies more than 31 acres of land. With its appearance and layout, it exemplifies the Victorian ideal of a rural cemetery designed to evoke feelings of consolation and remembrance.

Administered by the town hall, the cemetery department is responsible for overseeing all services performed within the boundaries of the five cemeteries, including Bamforth Road, Elmwood, Old Dobsonville and Valley Falls. Their goal is to serve the community well when the need arises and to provide high quality maintenance for the properties. The office is located at Grove Hill Cemetery and its hours of operation are by appointment only. For more information or to inquire about purchasing a grave lot, please contact the cemetery department to schedule an appointment.

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  • Added: 1 Jan 2000
  • Find a Grave Cemetery ID: 103378