Frequently Asked Questions

If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact us or call us at (913) 971-5226.

A funeral is a ceremony that provides an opportunity for the survivors and others who share in the loss of a loved one as they express their love, respect and grief together. It permits facing the reality of sorrow that death brings. It is often at the funeral when the bereaved take that first step towards adjustment to their loss.

Olathe Memorial Cemetery requires an outside container so the ground will not sink. Either a grave liner or a burial vault will satisfy this requirement. Cremation vaults are required and are included in the interment fees for a cremation burial.

A columbarium is often located within a garden setting. They are constructed of numerous 12×12 inch compartments (niches) designed to hold an urn containing cremated human remains. Choosing this burial option is a more affordable way to honor the memory of a loved one.

Interment fees include labor and materials to dig, set up for the casket or urn, and fill it in after the ceremony. It also covers the cost of sodding and watering the grave.

The Online Burial Search provides information about the deceased as well as location. The burial search
function also the same way but guides you via GPS right to the burial site. A QR code can be found on
the cemetery entrance sign to download the app.

Yes. Contact the cemetery office to schedule an appointment to design and purchase a personalized monument.

Contact the cemetery office any time between 8 am and 4:30 pm to set up an appointment and staff
will help find an option that best meets your needs.