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Gethsemane Cemetery

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Gethsemane Cemetery

The Catholic cemetery is the final resting place for the members of our Faith Community on our Journey.

Gethsemane Cemetery was developed in the early 1970s and was officially dedicated by Archbishop Thomas Connolly, Archbishop of Seattle, in May 1975 to serve the Catholic faith community of South King and North Pierce Counties. The property was originally purchased in 1888 for use as a Catholic Indian Mission School. When the school closed, the property was deeded to the Diocese (now Archdiocese) o

f Seattle. Gethsemane Catholic Cemetery is a sacred space, a place of prayer and quiet reflection that invites us to remember all those “who have gone now before us marked with the sign of faith.”

05/11/2025

On this Mother’s Day, Gethsemane Catholic Cemetery is open and offering free roses at the office for anyone visiting their mother or a beloved maternal figure.

Whether you are here with flowers, with prayers, or just with your heart—we are here with you. 🌹

04/24/2025

On this Administrative Professionals Day, we give heartfelt thanks for Lisa Lewis and Penny Pislaan, our compassionate Office Assistants at Gethsemane Catholic Cemetery.

Lisa and Penny are the steady hands and compassionate hearts behind the scenes—keeping our office organized, our records precise, and our ministry moving with grace. But their contributions go far beyond paperwork. They support families during their most vulnerable moments, help coordinate committal services, maintain memorial stone records, and assist with sacristan duties in our chapel.

Their warmth, reliability, and deep sense of service embody what it means to be part of a Catholic ministry of care and remembrance.

Thank you, Lisa and Penny, for your unwavering commitment to the mission of Gethsemane. We are so blessed to have you on our team.

04/21/2025

✝️ A Shepherd Returns Home

With heavy hearts, we remember Pope Francis, who passed away this morning.

His papacy called us to mercy, ecological stewardship, and deep care for the poor and forgotten. From the peripheries to the heart of the Church, his voice echoed the Gospel of Christ.

As we continue our sacred work at Gethsemane Catholic Cemetery—walking with families in grief and hope—we entrust his soul to God’s eternal embrace.

Requiescat in pace, Holy Father.

04/18/2025

Today, on Good Friday, we unite our hearts with Christ at the foot of the Cross. Gethsemane is a place of sorrow, yes—but also one of promise. As we recall His agony and death, we hold close the hope of the Resurrection that gives meaning to every grave, every prayer, every tear.

‘It is finished.’ – John 19:30

04/15/2025

After 10 years of dedicated service, we celebrate the retirement of Joan Cox, our beloved Office Manager at Gethsemane Cemetery.

Joan has been the steady hand and warm heart behind the scenes—supporting families with compassion, guiding our team with grace, and managing the daily operations of Gethsemane with care and integrity. Her legacy is woven into the very fabric of this sacred ground, where thousands of families have found comfort, peace, and hope.

We are deeply grateful for the time, love, and faith Joan has poured into this ministry. Her kindness, her devotion to our mission, and her joyful spirit will be dearly missed.

Please join us in congratulating Joan on her retirement and feel free to share your memories or kind words for her in the comments below!

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” – Matthew

04/11/2025

Happy Birthday, Tia!

Today we celebrate the incredible Tia Corrales, Executive Assistant to the President & CEO of Associated Catholic Cemeteries! Tia plays a vital role in supporting the President to oversee Administration, Operations, and Pre-Planning & Outreach—and she does it all with grace, professionalism, and a joyful spirit.

Her dedication behind the scenes helps make our mission possible every single day.

We are so grateful for you, Tia, and we hope today brings you all the joy you bring to others!

Happy Birthday from all of us at ACC!

03/22/2025

🍀 Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Peace of Mind 🍀

Now through April 16th, 2025, take advantage of our 15% OFF St. Patrick’s Day Promo at Associated Catholic Cemeteries when you purchase a complete Pre-Need only package.

This special offer is available for a limited time and is valid at each of our locations on select new properties across our cemeteries: Holyrood, Calvary, Gethsemane, and St. Patrick.

➡️ Secure your family’s future
➡️ Honor Catholic tradition
➡️ Save on pre-planning

📅 Offer valid: March 17 – April 16, 2025
📞 Call us at 206-366-8834 or scan the QR code to learn more.

🙏 Plan with peace, faith, and intention.

Some restrictions apply. See full details on our website.

11/07/2024

When you are grieving the death of a loved one, the holiday season can be especially painful. GriefShare Surviving the Holidays helps participants prepare for the holidays and even discover hope for the future.

Suggested donation of $5 covers the cost of the workshop materials.

11/03/2024

Our first-ever Día de los Mu***os celebration at Gethsemane Catholic Cemetery was truly memorable. The evening began with Father Vincent Pastro blessing the beautifully adorned Ofrenda, a sacred space filled with offerings in honor of our departed loved ones. Following the blessing, we processed together to the chapel for a moving Mass.

Afterward, we gathered for a delicious dinner provided by El Gran Taco, sharing stories and fellowship. The evening continued with wreath-making and decorating luminary bags, which were later placed on the graves of our loved ones, lighting up the cemetery with warmth and remembrance.

It was a beautiful night of prayer, reflection, and community. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event so special. Stay tuned for more photos in the coming days!

Ashley V. Lobie
President & CEO
Associated Catholic Cemeteries

📷: Chris Peterson

11/01/2024

Please join us for our first, ever Dia de Los Mu***os at Gethsemane Catholic Cemetery in Federal Way tomorrow evening from 5pm to 8pm.

Fr. Vincent Pastro will preside for our Spanish Mass followed by wreath making, luminary bags, pan dulce and Mexican hot chocolate as well as dinner from El Gran Taco.

All are welcome. Hope to see you there!

10/15/2024

🌿 Today we honor St. Callistus I, the Patron Saint of Cemetery Workers 🌿

As cemetery workers, we are entrusted with the sacred duty of caring for the final resting places of loved ones. On this feast day of St. Callistus, we seek his guidance and intercession. Born into slavery, he rose to become the Pope and established some of the first Christian cemeteries in Rome, where the faithful could be buried with dignity.

We ask St. Callistus to watch over and protect all of our staff at Associated Catholic Cemeteries. May he bless the hands of all who serve in this holy ministry, granting them strength, compassion, and grace in their daily work. 🙏

St. Callistus, pray for us. ✝️

09/27/2024

This evening, we are blessed to celebrate the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul at Gethsemane Catholic Cemetery with a special Mass. Fr. Dion will be presiding, along with Deacon Lezcano, as we honor the legacy of this saint who devoted his life to serving the poor. We are grateful to the school choir for providing beautiful music to accompany the liturgy.

As part of the celebration, luminary bags have been lovingly placed on the gravesides of St. Vincent de Paul parishioners, lighting the way for our prayers and remembrance. Join us in spirit as we reflect on the light of Christ in our lives and in the lives of those who have gone before us. ✨

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37600 Pacific Highway S, Federal Way
Federal Way, WA
98003

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm
Saturday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12538382240

Website

http://www.mycatholiccemetery.org/

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