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Head of Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery

Newark, Delaware 19711. A historic churchyard cemetery in Newark with colonial-era headstones.

Founded

1737

Size

3 acres

Estimated burials

2,000

Price tier

Budget

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Closed

Directory signals last refreshed January 16, 2026.

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Head of Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery serves Newark, Delaware, as a church cemetery with roots dating back to 1737. A historic churchyard cemetery in Newark with colonial-era headstones. Current directory enrichment highlights burial, pre planning, flower delivery, monument sales alongside visitor amenities such as parking, benches, walking paths, chapel. Families typically encounter estimated burial pricing around $3,522.
Traditional churchyardNon-denominational
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Weekday8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Weekend9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
HolidayBy appointment
OfficeMonday-Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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burial
pre planning
flower delivery
monument sales
genealogy research
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parking
benches
walking paths
chapel
Pricing

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Price tier: budget

Burial cost: $3,522

Cremation cost: $1,291

Pre-planning: Available

Financing: Not listed

Source: Estimated from directory heuristics

Last checked: 2026-01-11

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Pet policy

service only

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How do I schedule a burial or committal at Head of Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery?

Arrangements are generally coordinated through the parish office. Call ahead to confirm required documents, arrival windows, and whether chapel or committal shelter space must be reserved.

Does Head of Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery offer cremation or columbarium options?

Head of Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery is primarily focused on traditional ground burial. Families should confirm off-site cremation arrangements and memorial placement policies with the office before making plans.

Can I research older burial records at Head of Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery?

Head of Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery has enough archival depth to support genealogy research, and the directory reflects either active digitized records or staff-assisted history lookups.

Are there visitor rules I should know before arriving at Head of Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery?

Visitors should plan for respectful, daytime visits, follow posted rules for flowers and decorations, and confirm pet, photo, and service-hour policies before traveling.

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