Cemeteries

Scheduling of burials/interments should only be done with the Cemetery Sexton by calling 207-992-4509. If, after you speak with the Sexton, you need a written confirmation of the appointment, we will send you one. Please do not attempt to schedule a burial/interment via email or through any of the City's digital platforms.

Mount Hope Landscape Restoration

Public Works is involved in an extensive landscape restoration that involves removing stumps. The City has hired a stump grinding contractor to remove stumps that have existed within the cemetery for well over 30 years. Additionally, some of the previously existing trees caused damage to cemetery plots and stones. This is part of a larger project to remediate that damage and rehabilitate the affected lots. While in the process of doing this, mulch and debris was left on the stones and in the area of the project, causing concern from residents.

The City apologizes for the appearance in some areas of the cemetery where the grinding work has been done. Public Works staff are working to clean up other cemeteries that have been ground and mean no disrespect to those interred at Mount Hope, while the work is being completed. 

Staff intends to do better to communicate with the contractor who is completing the grinding to speed up our cleanup efforts in the areas affected. Staff are also working with a local monument company to repair damaged stones that have toppled over, and in some cases were broken prior to the contractor's arrival on site. Any damage incurred during the stump grinding efforts will be handled accordingly and will be reconciled by the City. All cleanup efforts are completed by hand, with only a loader used to remove the grindings once they are shoveled into the bucket by hand, and replaced with loam, seed and hay. Photographs will be taken after the cleanup is completed to help steer our efforts to rehabilitate sections of the cemetery that need it. The City apologizes for the appearance of active work sites and will do better to ensure the public is made aware of the processes that are involved with rehabilitating the public grounds at Mount Hope. 

Please note: There are four municipal cemeteries located in Bangor: Pine Grove, Oak Grove, Maple Grove and a portion of Mount Hope. Crosbyville Cemetery is maintained and managed by the Bangor Public Works Department.

Pine Grove Cemetery 

Located on Hammond Street Extension, is the largest of the three cemeteries that city crews maintain. The northern section of the cemetery, often referred to as the Old Section, was established during the 1800s and, as time passed, newer sections were constructed. Pine Grove Cemetery consists of 13 acres of well-maintained lawns that serve as cemetery lots. Blue Spruce, Silver Maples, and Crimson King trees have been planted in specific locations throughout the cemetery and add to its overall beauty. An abundance of two-grave lots are available for sale in the northeast corner of Pine Grove.

Oak Grove Cemetery 

Located on the Finson Road. This cemetery has a unique design. The terrain varies from flat land that borders the Finson Road to a gradually rising hill that overlooks the Kenduskeag Stream. Oak Grove Cemetery was also constructed during the 1800s, with roads originally designed for horse and carriage. Oak and Maple trees border this cemetery, and a mausoleum belonging to the Merrill family is positioned towards its rear. The view from the rear of the cemetery is spectacular during peak foliage. The view as you look towards the east reveals the Kenduskeag Stream and colorful woodlands.

Maple Grove Cemetery 

The smallest of the three active City maintained cemeteries. Maple Grove, located at the intersection of the Pushaw and Church Roads, is a four-acre site that was also developed during the 1800s. This picturesque cemetery is a combination of flat lands and rounded hills. Silver Maple trees border the eastern portion of the cemetery, and an old-fashioned New England church is located directly in front of it.

The City Section of Mount Hope 

Located on the north side of Mt. Hope Avenue, and also includes a portion of land south of Mt. Hope within the Mt. Hope Cemetery fence. This 30-acre site began to take form in 1834, the same year that Bangor was incorporated. Development continued during the Roosevelt Administration under the Works Progress Administration. Today, this section of Mt. Hope Cemetery consists of approximately 4,000 lots.

Crosbyville Cemetery

Crosbyville Cemetery is a closed family cemetery located at 55 Crosby Street in Bangor, near the Hampden town line. It is the final resting place of Crosby family members, many of whom were prominent citizens in the area in the 1700s and 1800s.

The municipal cemeteries are a source of pride for those who maintain them and the citizens of Bangor who have relatives buried in these peaceful resting places. Public Works crews are available to bury people during every month of the year and to answer questions regarding the purchase of lots, genealogy, or rules and regulations.

For more information, please call Bangor Public Works at 992-4500.