Cemeteries in Sterling, Illinois
There are 16 cemeteries in and around Sterling, Illinois in our directory, in Whiteside County. Identified types include 3 church cemeteries (19%), 2 Mennonite and Amish cemeteries (13%) and 1 Lutheran cemetery (6%).
Map of cemeteries near Sterling
- Our Savior Lutheran CemeterySterlingLutheran cemetery7.4 mi
- Science Ridge Mennonite CemeterySterlingMennonite and Amish cemetery2.6 mi
- Science Ridge Mennonite Church CemeterySterlingMennonite and Amish cemetery2.6 mi
- Bethel CemeterySterlingCemetery12 mi
- Calvary CemeterySterlingCemetery1.7 mi
- Como CemeterySterlingCemetery3.9 mi
- East Genesee CemeterySterlingCemetery6.0 mi
- Hazel Green CemeterySterlingCemetery11 mi
- Hickory Grove CemeterySterlingCemetery8.3 mi
- Maple Ridge CemeterySterlingCemetery6.3 mi
- Oak Knoll CemeterySterlingCemetery4.2 mi
- Oak Knoll CemeterySterlingCemetery4.3 mi
- Penrose Friends CemeterySterlingCemetery6.9 mi
- Peugh CemeterySterlingCemetery8.2 mi
- Prairieville CemeterySterlingCemetery6.1 mi
- Riverside CemeterySterlingCemetery1.6 mi
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Frequently asked questions
How many cemeteries are in Sterling, IL?
We list 16 cemeteries in and around Sterling. Listings without a street address are placed under the nearest town, so some may be just outside city limits.
Are there religious cemeteries in Sterling?
Yes. We have identified 2 Mennonite and Amish and 1 Lutheran cemeteries near Sterling, based on the recorded affiliation or official name. Other cemeteries may also be affiliated with a congregation.
Can I visit cemeteries in Sterling?
Most public, municipal and church cemeteries welcome visitors during daylight hours. Family cemeteries are often on private land and need the owner's permission. Call ahead for hours, especially on holidays.
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