I have experienced a loss and need immediate assistance

I am interested in pre-planning

Search Records, Upcoming Services & Living Memorials

Conversations about death and burial are often postponed or avoided, leaving families uncertain during an emotional time. At Gethsemane Cemetery, we walk beside you with compassion, offering education, guidance, and a full range of burial options rooted in Catholic tradition. Our mission is to ensure no one faces these decisions alone and that every person, regardless of their means, is honored with a dignified, meaningful resting place that brings peace of mind to those they love.

If you would like to view the options at Gethsemane & St. Mary Cemeteries, or would like to take a virtual tour, please select a cemetery below.

Gethsemane Cemetery

3139 Kutztown Road, Laureldale, PA 19605

St. Mary’s Cemetery

701 Upland Avenue, Reading, PA 19607

Stay Up to Date

Recent News

  • What About Keeping Cremated Remains at Home?

    February 11, 2026

    Downloadable PDF English | Spanish Recent estimates suggest that one in every three homes contains cremated remains. If you’re reading this, there’s

  • 2025 Annual Deceased Mass of Remembrance

    January 9, 2026

    We would like to invite everyone to the Annual Deceased Mass of Remembrance, which commemorates all those who have been laid to rest in

Events

Green Burial Tour & Talk

April 22 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Join us for a peaceful, informative, and free session at Gethsemane’s St. Kateri Tekakwitha natural burial grounds.

  • Explore natural burial practices
  • Find personalized, meaningful alternatives to conventional services
  • Guidance for preplanning with intention and ease

Download Event Flyer

Open House – May 2026

May 1 @ 8:00 am - May 31 @ 5:00 pm

Gethsemane & St. Mary’s Open House

For the Entire Month of May

Maybe the time has never been right for you to start thinking about your final resting place… until now. During our event, you’ll have an opportunity to learn more about creating a common gathering place that your loved ones can

Memorial Day Mass

May 25 @ 10:00 am

Join us this Memorial Day at the Chapel of Resurrection as we gather in prayer and remembrance to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. This special mass offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect, remember, and give thanks for their sacrifice. All

“The only Catholic cemetery we would consider due to location, your compassion and the beautiful grounds. Respect is the theme of your business!”

“Everyone I came into contact with was kind and courteous. I came to visit a few days after, spoke to a grounds crew member and was very helpful on where to park. The little things are what count.”

“Thanks again to the staff, very friendly (girls in the office) and Michael for taking his time and explaining everything to us and answering any questions we had. Thanks again!”

“Thank you for taking such wonderful pride in this cemetery…It is a beautiful place to come and spend time with loved ones that passed.”

“Thank you again for making a very difficult time a little easier and for helping us give our mother a grand and beautiful sendoff that was appropriate to her personality.”

“This was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do in my life…The care you gave was so appreciated and will never be forgotten.”