Buffalo Catholic Cemeteries serves families across Western New York through a network of cemeteries dedicated to remembrance, reflection, and long-term care.
Buffalo Catholic Cemeteries exists to steward and maintain Catholic burial grounds, provide burial services in accordance with Church tradition, and support families with care and professionalism during times of loss.
176
Years of Service
7
Locations Across WNY
80k+
Families Served
350+
Acres of Sacred Ground
History
Buffalo Catholic Cemeteries has served families across Western New York since 1934, when Bishop William Turner appointed Msgr. James Hogan as the first director of Catholic Cemeteries. Under his leadership, several cemeteries were blessed and established, including Holy Cross in Lackawanna, Mount Olivet in Kenmore, Holy Sepulchre in Cheektowaga, and Gate of Heaven in Lewiston.
As the needs of the community continued to grow, leadership transition in 1955 to Msgr. Joseph J. Sekelsky. During his tenure, Assumption Cemetery on Grand Island and Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Lockport were established, further expanding Buffalo Catholic Cemeteries’ presence throughout the region.
Serving Families
Across Generations
Over the decades, Buffalo Catholic Cemeteries has welcomed hundreds of thousands of individuals to be laid to rest on our sacred grounds. Rooted in respect, dignity , and care, our cemeteries offer peaceful places of remembrance for families from all walks of life.
Individuals of all backgrounds are welcome to any of our cemetery locations.
Leadership Today
Building on this long-standing tradition, Buffalo Catholic Cemeteries is currently directed by Thomas Christy, who oversees staff and operations across seven cemetery locations. In addition to the cemeteries listed above, our organization also manages St. Adalbert Cemetery, with locations on Dale Road in Cheektowaga and Broadway in Lancaster.
Burial and
Memorialization Options
In-Ground burial
Traditional burial in a designated cemetery plot.
Crypts
Mausoleum interior and exterior.
Niches
Mausoleum interior and exterior, cremated remains only.
Glass niches
Interior mausoleum, cremated remains only.
Columbariums
Dedicated structures designed to respectfully house cremated remains.
Floral and Memorial
Enhancements
For those with crypt or niche placements, we also offer the option to leave a vase an participate in our floral program, allowing families to honor their loved ones in a meaningful and lasting way.
Personal Assistance
at Every Step
If you would like additional about Buffalo Catholic Cemeteries or have questions about placement at one of our seven locations, please use the link to contact the cemetery you are looking for. Our staff is here to assist you in every step of the way.
Cemetery Locations
We’re Here to Help
Every family’s journey is unique. If you have questions or need support with planning or services, we’re here to help — with understanding, experience, and care.