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St. Peters Cemetery

Lewes, Delaware 19958. One of the oldest churchyard cemeteries in Delaware, near the state's first settlement.

Founded

1708

Size

2 acres

Estimated burials

1,200

Price tier

Budget

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Closed

Directory signals last refreshed March 27, 2026.

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St. Peters Cemetery serves Lewes, Delaware, as a church cemetery with roots dating back to 1708. One of the oldest churchyard cemeteries in Delaware, near the state's first settlement. 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 $3,575.
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

Currently closed

Burial offices may close during parish services or holy days.

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burial
pre planning
flower delivery
monument sales
genealogy research
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parking
benches
walking paths
chapel
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Price tier: budget

Burial cost: $3,575

Cremation cost: $1,424

Pre-planning: Available

Financing: Not listed

Source: Estimated from directory heuristics

Last checked: 2026-03-16

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Access guidance recommended

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Pet policy

service only

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Lewes Historic DistrictLewes City HallLewes Riverfront

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How do I schedule a burial or committal at St. Peters 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 St. Peters Cemetery offer cremation or columbarium options?

St. Peters 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 St. Peters Cemetery?

St. Peters 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 St. Peters 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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