St. Peter Catholic Cemetary

St. Peter Catholic Cemetary Click to open side panel for more information is the dedicated sacred burial ground for the Catholic community in Durham and the surrounding West Grey area. As the parish cemetery for St Peter and the Missions Catholic Parish Click to open side panel for more information , it is maintained as a place of prayer, reflection, and reverence, following the traditions of the Roman Catholic Church.

• Active Parish Affiliation: The cemetery is closely managed by the local St. Peter’s parish, ensuring that burials and commemorations align with Catholic liturgical practices and spiritual values.

• Rural Setting: Located on Grey Road 4, the grounds offer a tranquil and secluded atmosphere away from the main town center, providing a peaceful environment for visiting families.

• Diverse Interment Options: The facility accommodates various burial needs, including traditional full-body plots and dedicated sections for the interment of cremated remains.

• Genealogical Value: Like many historic rural cemeteries in Ontario, it contains markers dating back several generations, serving as an important record of the early Catholic families who settled in the Bentinck and Glenelg townships.