Cool Spring Natural Cemetery is a sacred burial ground located in Berryville, Virginia, maintained and managed by the Cistercian monks of Holy Cross Abbey. With over sixty years of history, the cemetery is an extension of the monks' life of worship, prayer, and hospitality. It offers natural burials, honoring the sacredness of life and the dignity of each person, with graves marked by simple engraved stones obtained from the sacred grounds.
As a Roman Catholic Cemetery, Cool Spring Natural Cemetery welcomes people of all faiths and beliefs. It provides three unique burial locations, including The Circle of Silence, Blue Ridge Meadow, and Woodland Rest, allowing for traditional burials as well as the burial of cremated ashes. With a focus on simplicity and eco-friendliness, the cemetery follows specific rules, such as using river stones as grave markers and prohibiting monuments and plastic flowers. Pre-planning options are available, offering a discount and aiming to make the difficult time of loss less stressful.
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