Burial Gardens at Southern Cremations & Funerals Metro Atlanta, GA

Southern Cremations & Funerals offers beautiful burial gardens at our three Metro Atlanta, GA cemeteries. Our traditional in-ground burial spaces provide families with a peaceful, dignified, and permanent place of remembrance within perpetual-care cemetery settings in Marietta at Cheatham Hill Memorial Park, in Fairburn at Holly Hill Memorial Park, and in McDonough at Eastlawn Memorial Park.

At Southern Cremations & Funerals, we help families in Metro Atlanta explore burial garden options that provide a peaceful environment where loved ones can visit, reflect, and remember.

Burial gardens are thoughtfully designed areas within a cemetery that offer landscaped grounds, memorial markers, and spaces where families can gather to honor those they love.

Our compassionate team can help guide you through available options so you can choose a resting place that reflects your family’s wishes and traditions.

What Is a Burial Garden?

A burial garden is a landscaped area within a cemetery that contains individual burial plots for caskets or urns.

Many burial gardens are designed to create a serene and beautiful environment with features such as:

  • Carefully maintained lawns and landscaping
  • Memorial markers or monuments
  • Family burial plots
  • Peaceful walking paths and visiting areas

These gardens provide families with a permanent place where loved ones can be remembered for generations.

Benefits of Burial Garden Plots

Families choose burial gardens for several meaningful reasons.

A Permanent Place for Family Remembrance

Burial gardens provide a lasting memorial space where family and friends can return to remember their loved ones.

Many families choose plots that allow multiple generations to be buried together, creating a shared place of remembrance.

Options for Family Burial Plots

Burial gardens often offer plots that can accommodate several family members.

This allows families to:

  • Reserve spaces for future generations
  • Create a family burial area within the cemetery
  • Keep loved ones together in one location

Flexibility for Burial and Cremation

Burial gardens can also accommodate cremated remains.

Some families choose to include cremation memorial options within a family plot so that both burial and cremation arrangements can be honored in the same space.

A Beautiful and Peaceful Environment

Burial gardens are designed to provide a calm and respectful setting.

Well-maintained grounds, landscaping, and memorial features help create a peaceful atmosphere where families can spend time remembering and honoring their loved ones.

Planning Burial Gardens in Advance

Many families choose to purchase burial plots in advance as part of funeral or cemetery pre-planning.

Planning ahead allows you to:

  • Select a preferred location within the garden
  • Reserve spaces for family members
  • Avoid rushed decisions during a difficult time
  • Document your wishes clearly for your loved ones

Pre-planning burial space also gives families peace of mind knowing arrangements have already been made.

Many families choose to purchase burial property in advance through our pre-need cemetery planning program. Pre-planning ensures your wishes are documented, may help secure preferred locations within the cemetery, and can protect against future price increases. Contact us at any of our three locations to discuss burial garden availability and pre-need options.

Burial and Memorial Options for Families

Every family has different traditions and preferences when choosing a final resting place.

Our team can help you explore a variety of options, including:

  • Traditional burial plots
  • Family burial estates
  • Companion plots for couples
  • Memorial markers and monuments
  • Cremation burial spaces

We are here to help you understand each option so you can make a thoughtful and informed decision.

Compassionate Guidance When Families Need It Most

Choosing a burial space is an important and personal decision.

At Southern Cremations & Funerals, our goal is to provide compassionate guidance and clear information so families can make confident choices during difficult moments.

Whether you are planning ahead or arranging services after a loss, our experienced staff is here to support you every step of the way.

Where Are Our Burial Gardens Located?

Southern Cremations & Funerals maintains burial gardens at three Metro Atlanta cemeteries: Cheatham Hill Memorial Park at 1861 Dallas Hwy SW in Marietta, Holly Hill Memorial Park at 431 SW Broad Street in Fairburn, and Eastlawn Memorial Park at 640 McGarity Road in McDonough. Each cemetery is maintained through a perpetual-care program that ensures the grounds are cared for in perpetuity.

Why Families Trust Southern Cremations & Funerals?

Southern Cremations & Funerals has maintained its burial gardens through perpetual-care programs for decades. A portion of the funds from each burial property purchase is placed into a dedicated trust that funds ongoing grounds maintenance, landscaping, and property preservation. Our grounds are professionally maintained year-round, ensuring a beautiful and respectful setting for families who visit.

Burial Services in Metro Atlanta

Southern Cremations & Funerals proudly serves families throughout Metro Atlanta from three convenient locations.

Southern Cremations & Funerals – Fairburn
431 SW Broad Street,Fairburn, GA 30213
(770) 964-7833

Southern Cremations & Funerals – Marietta
1861 Dallas Hwy, Marietta, GA 30064
(770) 637-1486

Southern Cremations & Funerals – McDonough
640 McGarity Road, McDonough, GA 30252
(770) 629-0026

Our compassionate team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help families with funeral services, burial arrangements, cremation services, and pre-planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of burial property are available in the burial gardens?
Our burial gardens offer several property types including single burial spaces, companion spaces for couples, family estate lots for multiple family members, and lawn crypts. Availability varies by location. Contact our Marietta, Fairburn, or McDonough office for current availability and pricing information.
Yes. All three of our cemeteries are perpetual-care cemeteries. A portion of the funds from each burial property purchase is placed into a dedicated trust that funds ongoing grounds maintenance, landscaping, road upkeep, and property preservation for generations.
Yes. Pre-need cemetery planning allows you to select and purchase burial property before it is needed. This ensures your preferred location is reserved, your wishes are documented, and your family is not burdened with cemetery decisions during an emotional time.

Learn More About Burial Garden Options

If you would like to learn more about burial gardens in Metro Atlanta, the team at Southern Cremations & Funerals is here to help.

We can assist you with:

  • Exploring burial and cemetery options
  • Planning ahead for burial arrangements
  • Selecting family burial plots
  • Creating meaningful memorial spaces

Contact Southern Cremations & Funerals to learn more about burial garden options and cemetery planning.

Our caring team is here to guide you with compassion, clarity, and respect.