The Beechwoods tree-lined cemetery sits on 40 acres of manicured hills. The cemetery, established in 1851, is non-sectarian.
Notables buried at the cemetery include Ruth Chatterton (1892-1961) an American actress and novelist. Chatterton was also an aviator and friend to Amelia Earhart. Chatterton is located in the "Lugar Mausoleum"
Robert temple Emmet, a US Medal of Honor recipient is also buried at the cemetery.