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Cemeteries in Washington County, GA

Washington County, Georgia has 257 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 8 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Sandersville (110), Tennille (60) and Davisboro (48). Among them are 85 family cemeteries (33%), 71 church cemeteries (28%) and 38 Baptist cemeteries (15%).

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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in Washington County?

We list 257 cemeteries in Washington County, Georgia. Small family burial grounds recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey are included, so the count is higher than the number of cemeteries with an office or staff.

Where are burial records for Washington County kept?

Death certificates are held by the Georgia vital records office and often the county clerk or health department. Individual cemeteries keep their own interment records; church cemeteries may keep them at the parish office. County historical and genealogical societies often have transcriptions of older cemeteries.

Can I visit family cemeteries in Washington County?

Many family cemeteries sit on private land. Ask the landowner before visiting. Georgia law may give descendants a right of reasonable access, but the rules and process vary by state.

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