Cemeteries in Grant County, WV
Grant County, West Virginia has 7 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 4 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Petersburg (3), Keyser (2) and Parsons (1). Among them are 1 memorial park (14%) and 1 family cemetery (14%).
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Frequently asked questions
How many cemeteries are in Grant County?
We list 7 cemeteries in Grant County, West Virginia. 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 Grant County kept?
Death certificates are held by the West Virginia 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 Grant County?
Many family cemeteries sit on private land. Ask the landowner before visiting. West Virginia law may give descendants a right of reasonable access, but the rules and process vary by state.
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