Mausoleums
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Crypts: what you should know
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Understanding the differences and options available regarding crypt burials and cemetery niches can help you reach a decision that you are fully comfortable with regarding a final resting place for yourself or a loved one. If you are choosing a final resting place for a loved one or as part of your pre-planning arrangements, there are a variety of options regarding the crypt burial you can choose.
At Calvary Cemetery, we offer different spaces for entombment, as well as final resting place options if you are planning on entombing cremated remains. Our mausoleum offers serenity, peace, and a sense of calm. We pride ourselves on our beautiful, well-maintained, and secure premises, so that every guest experiences personal tranquility when visiting a cremation niche or crypt of their loved one or family member.
Mausoleums are part of a legendary tradition that honors our loved ones. Within our mausoleums, we have different types and configurations of crypts available to meet your loved ones’ wishes or your preferences. Mausoleum crypts offer loved ones the ability to plan ahead, pre-determine a location that reflects the individual or family, and a spot to visit for reflection and remembrance. -
Single Crypt
The most common type of mausoleum crypt. These spaces are designed for the entombment of casketed remains mainly. Both indoor and outdoor mausoleums have single crypt configurations. Single crypts are intended for one person and are able to house cremated remains in addition to traditional caskets.
True Companion (or Tandem)
Sometimes referred to as tandem or head-to-head crypts as well, a true companion crypt holds two caskets end-to-end, as opposed to next to one another. True companion crypts share a single marker. This is ideal for spouses who wish for their final resting place to be together.
Side By Side Crypt
Side-by-side crypts are common among couples. Companion crypts share a double-wide shutter for memorialization. In this configuration, caskets are positioned next to each other horizontally. Side-by-side companion crypts are designed for two people. Whether you are in immediate need or are planning for the future, side-by-side crypts can be purchased to be used now or in the future.
Couch Crypt
This style is another option available for two people. The caskets are entered in the space length-wise and share one marble shutter for memorialization. This style crypt is available in the Immaculate Conception room and the Saint Joseph Room.
In & Over
Lastly, the In & Over style crypt is exclusively available in the Immaculate Conception room and the Saint Joseph room. Although the crypt shutter is the same size as a True Companion crypt, the space itself accomodates two caskets. The first casket is entered into the crypt and moved over behind the mosaic. This style is also for two people.
If you have any questions, or would like more information, please call us at (973) 279-2900. A member of our caring staff is always available to assist you.
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Dedication of Unit 3Conceived out of the growing lack of Catholic burial space, construction of Calvary Mausoleum was begun in 1973 with the construction of some 3,500 crypts. By 1978 it became necessary to add an additional 4,000 more spaces, and in 1982 plans were begun to design an even larger Mausoleum to include another 6,000 crypts. Construction of this beautiful Catholic burial facility was begun in June, 1984 and took 2 ½ years to complete.
The Mausoleum features a 27 foot diameter, 75 foot high glass-dome atrium. The atrium allows the natural sunlight to enter into the mausoleum, providing a feeling of warmth and openness.
The floor of this rotunda serves as the Chapel where we celebrated the dedication mass as well as where committal services take place at funerals. The floor was designed expressly for Calvary Mausoleum by Mr. Benoit Gilsoul. Featured in the atrium is a bronze statue of St. Michael the Archangel which was also designed by Mr. Gilsoul and cast in bronze in Ortisei, Italy.
It was fitting that St. Michael was chosen to be the feature art work as the archangel Michael stands as the defender of heaven against Satan. With that in mind, the statue stands as a symbol of protection to all who enter the Mausoleum, reminding us that this beautiful Mausoleum as well as all Catholic Cemeteries is only a temporary place housing the bodies of all who were faithful to Our Lord’s teachings in their lifetimes.From the program of the dedication of Unit 3 on September 26, 1987.
Calvary Cemetery has five community mausoleums located on site. The first mausoleum was established in the 1970's, providing our Catholic families the opportunity for above-ground burial. The crypts were designed to accomodate two caskets per space. It is commonly referred to as the garden mausoleum as all crypts are accessed from outside of the structure.
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