Catholic Cemeteries Association: Calvary Cemetery - Terre Haute

Catholic Cemeteries Association: Calvary Cemetery - Terre Haute In the 1850s Indianapolis Catholics began a search for ground for a consecrated cemetery. The custom Msgr. Auguste Francois Bessonies, Pastor of St.

John the Evangelist Parish and Vicar General of the Diocese of Vincennes, began the search for burial ground for his parishioners. He himself paid for an eighteen acre plot on Bluff Road and established the first Catholic cemetery in Indianapolis. Originally named St. John Cemetery, in 1891, the cemetery was named Holy Cross Cemetery. In 1870, a second Catholic cemetery, German Cemetery, was estab

lished. It later became St. Joseph Cemetery and eventually merged with Holy Cross Cemetery to become part of the Holy Cross Cemeteries Association. In 1914, anticipating future needs, the Holy Cross Cemeteries Association purchased approximately seventy acres of land less than a mile south of the original cemeteries. In 1935, Calvary Cemetery was developed on that land. In 1951, all three cemeteries were joined under the Catholic Cemeteries Association. As the city of Indianapolis grew and the population expanded to the north, the Catholic Cemeteries Association recognized the need for consecrated burial ground north of the city. Coming from the more northern reaches of the city to the south side cemeteries was impractical for many families, some of whom began burying their loved ones in a secular cemetery on the far northeast side. A Catholic section was opened there to accommodate Catholic families. However, that cemetery was neither consecrated ground nor owned by the Catholic Church. A search began for burial ground on the north side of the city. In 1993, the Archdiocese acquired land on Haverstick Road west of Keystone at the Crossing for Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. The first burial in Our Lady of Peace occurred in March of 1996.

On Memorial Day, we honor the heroes who gave all and extend our deepest gratitude to the families who carry their memor...
05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we honor the heroes who gave all and extend our deepest gratitude to the families who carry their memory forward.

Happy Mother’s Day. Today, we honor all mothers and the many women who have embraced that role. We remember those who ar...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day. Today, we honor all mothers and the many women who have embraced that role. We remember those who are no longer with us and hold hope for those who long to become mothers.

For many, the days surrounding Mother’s Day carry both memories and emotion. On Sunday, May 10, Calvary Cemetery in Terr...
05/05/2026

For many, the days surrounding Mother’s Day carry both memories and emotion. On Sunday, May 10, Calvary Cemetery in Terre Haute welcomes you to pause and remember a mother or special mother figure who is dearly missed. From 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, guests will receive a carnation and a commemorative bookmark as small tokens of remembrance and lasting love.

Happy Administrative Professionals’ Day! We are grateful for your tireless work, organization, and support. Your contrib...
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Happy Administrative Professionals’ Day! We are grateful for your tireless work, organization, and support. Your contributions make a world of difference, and today is all about celebrating you!

May you have a blessed and meaningful Easter. As this season celebrates renewal and faith, let us also hold in our thoug...
04/05/2026

May you have a blessed and meaningful Easter. As this season celebrates renewal and faith, let us also hold in our thoughts those who have lost a loved one and seek to surround them with care and compassion.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from our family to yours. Today, we respectfully remember those who have passed and acknowledge ...
03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from our family to yours. Today, we respectfully remember those who have passed and acknowledge the impact they had on our lives. May their memory remain a lasting source of strength.

Our staff will soon be performing spring cleaning at each of the cemeteries. Please remember to retrieve any items you w...
02/17/2026

Our staff will soon be performing spring cleaning at each of the cemeteries. Please remember to retrieve any items you wish to keep from your loved one’s memorial site before February 28th.

For more information, please see our guide on how we maintain the beauty and tranquility of our cemeteries: https://www.catholiccemeteries.cc/about-us/maintaining-cemetery-beauty

If you’d like to have a permanent vase added to your loved one’s memorial site so that you may leave flowers undisturbed, please call (317) 784-4439 or contact our team at this link: https://www.catholiccemeteries.cc/vase-request

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Today is Valentine’s Day, a day that can feel tender for those grieving. Invite friends to share a comforting activity—support and companionship can make a meaningful difference.

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. today. Take time to remember his leadership and the contributions that shaped our nation...
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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. today. Take time to remember his leadership and the contributions that shaped our nation.

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