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Forest Hill Cemetery
Words from Jason Keeney, Director of Cemetery & Parks:
"Visiting Forest Hill Cemetery is like traveling back in time. The seventy-acre site was founded in 1861 after the smaller City Cemetery reached its capacity for interments. When you set foot on these beautiful grounds, you’ll want to explore this cultural and historic space that tells the story of our city and Putnam County."
Forest Hill Cemetery: History and Conservation
Forest Hill Cemetery was officially recognized on the National Register of Historic Places on September 14, 2015.
The grounds serve as a developing sanctuary for birds and wildlife, featuring several species of trees. The Cemetery is actively expanding its conservation efforts through partnerships, including one with the local chapter of Quail Forever to maintain a vital pollinator-friendly habitat. Forest Hill also collaborates with other local and regional organizations dedicated to the preservation of historical spaces, structures, and their surrounding natural environments.
Cemetery Director: Jason Keeney
Jason brings a unique and compassionate perspective to his role as Cemetery Director. His unconventional upbringing, which included spending his free time helping his grandfather—a local gravedigger—instilled in him a deep-seated respect for the deceased and an understanding of the importance of honoring their memories.
Now a seasoned Director, Jason leads with empathy and an unwavering dedication to his community, reflecting a lifelong commitment to serving families during their times of grief and remembrance.
Cemetery Director Jason Keeney working alongside his father and grandfather gravedigging in the mid-1980's.
- How do I determine the cost of a gravesite or mausoleum niche?
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Please see the Cemetery’s Price List (DOC).
- How do I find a grave in the cemetery?
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You can access the cemetery’s listing on Forest Hill Cemetery in Greencastle, Indiana - Find A Grave Cemetery and search for respective listings by name, date of death, date of birth or with keyword searches. For specific locations, it is best to e-mail or call the cemetery office to locate the information in our record books. In inquiring through the office we are able to give you precise locations within the cemetery sections. The cemetery office will also assist family members with genealogy research as time permits, but requests need to be made in person or via e-mail. Search the Forest Hill Cemetery.
- How do I learn about placing flowers or decorations on graves?
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Please see the Cemetery Decorations section of the Forest Hill Cemetery Rules and Regulations (DOC).
- How do I purchase a cemetery plot or mausoleum space?
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Call or email, using the contact form at the bottom of the page, the cemetery office to arrange an appointment to meet about purchasing a grave site. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. Our staff will be happy to meet with you in person, via email, or over the phone to conduct this transaction. We can mail the paperwork to you. For payment methods, we accept, Cash, Check, Cashier's Check, and Credit/Debit Cards with the additional 3% fee charged by the credit card servicer.