Mount Hebron Cemetery

03/23/2026

Its that time of year again when it is time to start cutting grass and w**d eating. With that, I have to take on the role of Mr. Unpopular and ask that everyone review the rules for remembrance items on the sites.
There is a reason why we have these rules. First and foremost, the safety of our staff. Glass/porcelain breaks causing cuts and flat tires, wires from plastic flowers not contained in a metal or hard plastic vase get slung by the trimmer and can cause puncture wounds. We are responsible for maintaining 56 acres, there is no time to stop at the thousands of sites to remove and replace excess items. We have to get the job done and move on.
If you have excess items please remove them now.
For those of you who keep your site tidy and uncluttered, you are appreciated, thank you!

03/20/2026

Thanks to all the folks that helped solve this mystery. The entire Wi******er community is part of this story.

A few months ago, a dainty silver ring set off Mount Hebron superintendent and metal-detecting enthusiast Jim Coots' metal detector as he surveyed freshly-turned dirt at Mount Hebron. Thus began an improbable journey featuring a couple of treasure hunters, a network of social media sleuths and a love story that has stood the test of time.

03/19/2026

Daffy and Daisy paid a visit yesterday morning. Over the years, Daisy has been known to nest under a big bush in the cemetery. It is always nice to see them return in the Spring, even if they are only passing through.

03/17/2026

This morning's golden moment.

03/16/2026

All in a days work. The Mount Hebron Cemetery maintenance crew is hands down the best in the business. This is them wrapping up the last of the bush/shrub trimming for the winter. It takes a monumental effort to keep up the "Yard" but they are up to the challenge and do an outstanding job. From left to right: Nathan, Justin, Jeremy, and David (aka Billy).

03/12/2026

We are so thankful no one was injured. We are also grateful to the power pole and its willingness to take one for our team. It saved the day for our fence and probably a number of monuments. Oddly enough this would not be the first time someone has run through the fence on East Lane. Stay safe out there!

03/10/2026

If you love Spring it is certainly springing! My favorite time of year is here! The birds are all singing our favorite songs. The flowers are pushing through the soil and soon will be opening their blooms to absorb the sun's warm rays. The gates to the cemetery are now open an extra hour (6 pm) for your convenience. Come on out for a visit, take a walk, and enjoy all the beauty the grounds have to offer.

02/26/2026

Thanks to all of our local Sleuths, the owner of this ring has been located. The person lost the ring 15+ years ago while attending a service at the cemetery. I will be making a trip to Florida where the owner lives in March and we have agreed to meet up and get the ring back where it belongs. This is what its all about, and I am excited to get to return this to its rightful owner. Thanks again for your support.

02/25/2026

Every metal detectorist has the hope of one day finding a personal item, then getting the opportunity to return it to its owner. Well...Recently I found this ring in our dirt pile here at the cemetery. I have no idea the timeline it may have been lost. I have exhausted my search options, not that I am that savvy by any means. I am hoping to get some help from our community. The last name is "Stovie" as I read it. The name does not seem to have ties to modern day Wi******er. Obviously the last name may have changed by marriage at some point. If anyone has a lead for Brooke Stovie, please point me in a direction. Thanks!

02/23/2026

Kate spotted the first flowers of the year on Saturday. Crocus are always the first to show here at the cemetery. The crows have been in the yard for over a week and the robins just arrived also. Spring is getting closer!!!!

02/19/2026

Today we Celebrate Kate!!

Kate came to work for Mount Hebron Cemetery February 19th, 2021. She did not have a lot of experience in the cemetery field, but she did possess a lot of good attitude and initiative. Those qualities alone were enough to offer her an opportunity which she has taken full advantage of. Kate's ability to learn quickly and perform at the highest level have been the driving force to her continued success in the everyday operations here at the cemetery.
When you look at how beautiful the flower gardens are, that's Kate. When you call and the voice on the phone is compassionate, warm, and caring, that's Kate. When you see her out driving the backhoe and you are greeted with a wave and the most beautiful smile, That's Kate.
Because of our friend and colleague Kate, Mount Hebron Cemetery is a better place to work, do business, and visit.
It is my hope that everyone will wish Kate a Happy 5th Anniversary.