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Cemeteries in Whatcom County, WA

Whatcom County, Washington has 33 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 13 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Lynden (7), Bellingham (4) and Everson (4). Among them are 3 memorial parks (9%), 3 church cemeteries (9%) and 1 historic cemetery (3%).

33
cemeteries
13
towns represented
1
historic
3
church cemeteries
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All cemeteries in Whatcom County

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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in Whatcom County?

We list 33 cemeteries in Whatcom County, Washington. 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 Whatcom County kept?

Death certificates are held by the Washington 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 Whatcom County?

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

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