Cemeteries in St. John the Baptist Parish, LA
St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana has 3 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 3 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Edgard (1), Garyville (1) and Gramercy (1). Among them are 1 Baptist cemetery (33%) and 1 church cemetery (33%).
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Frequently asked questions
How many cemeteries are in St. John the Baptist Parish?
We list 3 cemeteries in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana. 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 St. John the Baptist Parish kept?
Death certificates are held by the Louisiana 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 St. John the Baptist Parish?
Many family cemeteries sit on private land. Ask the landowner before visiting. Louisiana law may give descendants a right of reasonable access, but the rules and process vary by state.
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