Burying ashes at Highland Cemetery
2257 Portage Ave, South Bend, IN 46616 · private-for-profit (Everstory Partners / Memorial Planning)
Yes, Highland Cemetery allows ashes to be buried in the ground. Its owner's rules require an urn vault the cemetery approves for every burial. Prices aren't published, so call for the opening and closing fee.
- Burying ashes in the ground?
- Allowed
- Urn vault required?
- Yes, one the cemetery approvesThe rules call it an "outer burial container approved by the Cemetery," with specifications on file at the office.
- Not allowed
- Sectional, exposed-top or wooden containers
- Bring your own vault?
- We're checkingThe rules don't say. Ask the office for its urn vault specifications.
- Ashes in an existing family grave?
- SometimesOne set of ashes may go on top of the vault in a full grave, at the cemetery's discretion, with a separate fee.
- Opening & closing (urn)
- We're checkingNot published online.
Last checked: Oct 12, 2026Tell us below if anything has changed.
Where these facts come from
Call the cemetery(574) 367-7404Ask them:
- Can we use an urn vault we buy ourselves? What are your specifications?
- What is the opening and closing fee for an urn, weekday and weekend?
- What does a cremation plot cost?
A vault that fits most urns: the Crowne Vault Regent
This cemetery requires a vault. Ask first whether they accept one you buy yourself. The Regent holds most adult urns, with room for a letter or photo.
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See also: Do I need an urn vault? · What it costs to bury ashes · All cemeteries