St. Joseph's Columbarium
What is a Columbarium?
A columbarium is a sacred structure containing niches designed to hold cremation urns. The Catholic Church encourages the respectful burial of cremated remains in consecrated ground rather than keeping them at home or scattering them.
St. Joseph’s Columbarium offers:
- A permanent, blessed place of rest
- A visible site for prayer and remembrance
- A reverent alternative to traditional buria
About St. Joseph’s Columbarium
- Location: St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Chester, CT
- Total Structures: 3
- Installation: First structure is scheduled for the month of March, 2026.
- Total Niches: 48 in each structure
- Design: Traditional and dignified, in harmony with Catholic values
- Blessing: The columbarium will be blessed according to Catholic rites
Set within the peaceful grounds of
St. Joseph’s Cemetery, the columbarium provides a prayerful setting for families
and future generations.
Niche Details
- Niche Size: 12” × 12” × 12”
- Suitable for cremated remains
- A single niche is designed to hold two urns.
- Durable, weather-resistant construction
- Individual niche fronts suitable for engraving
Engraving & Inscriptions
(Inscription pricing is separate from
the niche cost)
- First inscription: $315
- Second inscription: $175
All inscriptions must follow cemetery and diocesan guidelines and are subject to
final approval.
Niche Details
- Niche Size: 12” × 12” × 12”
- Suitable for cremated remains
- A single niche is designed to hold two urns.
- Durable, weather-resistant construction
- Individual niche fronts suitable for engraving
Engraving & Inscriptions
(Inscription pricing is separate from
the niche cost)
- First inscription: $315
- Second inscription: $175
All inscriptions must follow cemetery and diocesan guidelines and are subject to
final approval.
Niche Pricing:
- All prices include Niche, opening/closing fees & Perpetual maintenance care
- Bottom 3 rows: $2,500 per niche
- Top 3 rows: $2,700 per niche
Limited-Time Offer:
$200 discount on niches (all 6 rows) purchased within the first 6 months after installation (March 8 - September 15, 2026)
Parishioner Benefit:
- After the first 6 months, registered parishioners receive a $100 discount at any time of purchase
Pre-need purchase is encouraged due to limited availability.
Who May Purchase?
- Registered parishioners
- Catholics seeking burial in consecrated ground
- Immediate family members, subject to cemetery regulations
All interments follow Catholic Church
and diocesan guidelines.

