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Baptist cemetery · est. 1850

Upton Cemetery in Douglas, Georgia

Overview

About Upton Cemetery

Upton Cemetery is a baptist cemetery in Douglas, Coffee County, Georgia. It was established in 1850. The nearest other listed cemetery is Salem Cemetery, about 1.0 mi away.

Historically Black cemetery, established circa 1850s–1860s as a burial ground for slaves of John Ashley's 'Upton' Plantation. Later associated with the Freewill Baptist Church. Fell into disrepair during late 20th century; Restored 11 Nov 2012.
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31.52663, -82.90381

Services & features

What Upton Cemetery offers

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  • Accepting new burials Not available
  • Cremation options Not available
  • Cremation niches Not available
  • Mausoleum Not available
  • Columbarium Not available
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  • Green burial Not available
  • Veterans section Not available
  • Office on site Not available
  • Parking Not available
  • Wheelchair accessible Not available
  • Restrooms Not available
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Upton Cemetery located?

Upton Cemetery is at Ocilla Highway, Douglas, GA 31533 in Coffee County. GPS coordinates: 31.52663, -82.90381.

What are the visiting hours of Upton Cemetery?

Visiting hours are not on record. Many cemeteries are open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the cemetery or the local town office before visiting.

How do I find a grave at Upton Cemetery?

Contact the cemetery office or owner for interment records and plot maps. Volunteer indexes such as Find a Grave and BillionGraves may list transcribed headstones. For veterans, the VA Nationwide Gravesite Locator covers national and many state veterans cemeteries.

Is Upton Cemetery a Baptist cemetery?

Our records list a Baptist affiliation, based on the recorded religion of the cemetery. Burial rules for people outside the congregation vary, so ask the cemetery.