Mount Olivet Cemetery - St. Joseph

03/17/2026

03/13/2026

Planning ahead is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give the people you love. ❤️

Preplanning your cemetery arrangements means your wishes are clearly documented, your family is spared from making difficult decisions during an emotional time, and many of today’s costs can be locked in for the future. It’s a simple step that brings peace of mind for years to come.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore your options or ready to put a plan in place, we’re here to guide you with care and respect.

📞 Contact us today to learn more about cemetery preplanning and how easy it can be to start the conversation.

03/06/2026

Did you know the Catholic Diocese of Kansas City - St. Joseph operates three cemeteries in the Kansas City, Missouri area and one in the St. Joseph, Missouri area? Each location offers a variety of options including ground burial, mausoleum, and cremation niches. We are happy to assist you at any one of our locations. We also invite you to like each of our pages to stay up to date with cemetery information and events. Please share our pages with family and friends. Thank you!

02/27/2026

NEED TO LOCATE A LOVED ONE?
Save Time - Email Us!
If you are planning to visit a loved one and do not know or are unsure of the grave location, please email us.
For Mt. Olivet, Kansas City, Resurrection, and St. Mary's cemeteries, email to [email protected].
For Mt. Olivet in St. Joseph, Missouri email to [email protected]
Please send the following information for each person:
• Name of Cemetery
• First, Middle (if known), and Last Name
• Date or year of interment
A map will be emailed to you with the location and directions within 7 to 10 working days. This will be the best and fastest way to obtain locations.
Please Remember - Our main focus is to serve our families with their current loss.
SPECIAL NOTE TO GENEOLOGISTS: We are happy to assist your search, but our focus is dedicated to our families. Your first five names will be at no cost. Any names you send us after that will be charged a $5 Research Fee which must be paid before the work can be initiated.

02/20/2026

Life’s most important decisions aren’t always easy to think about. You can choose to plan your arrangements in advance, bringing comfort and clarity to those you love, or wait until the time comes. Whenever you feel ready, we’re here to help.

02/13/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we hold a little extra space in our hearts for the ones we love who are no longer with us. ❤️

Love doesn’t end with goodbye. It lives on in our memories, in the stories we share, in the quiet moments when we feel them near.

We honor their love — the hugs we remember, the laughter we miss, and the beautiful impact they left on our lives.

Forever loved. Forever remembered. 💕

02/06/2026

Plan today, not tomorrow, together not alone! If you are pre-planning or need immediate burial information, please make an appointment with one of our experienced Family Service Counselors. In Kansas City, Missouri call: 816-353-1900. In St. Joseph, Missouri call: 816-279-5005. Thank you.

01/30/2026

Reminder- Any Christmas decorations placed will be left until February 2. On February 2 we will begin picking up any decorations that have not already been removed. Decorations that are placed in a permanent vase will not be disturbed. Arrangements in permanent vases will remain until they become too weathered or faded. Thank you!

01/23/2026

Blustery, cold weather is here. Our grounds crew will plow and salt cemetery roads during bad weather. If you come out to visit or to remove decorations from graves, please be very careful especially when walking across snow covered grounds. Thank you.

01/09/2026

Any Christmas decorations placed will be left until February 2. On February 2 we will begin picking up any decorations that have not already been removed. Decorations that are placed in a permanent vase will not be disturbed. Arrangements in permanent vases will remain until they become too weathered or faded. Thank you!

12/31/2025

We wish you all a safe, happy and healthy New Year!