Notice: New Grave Allocation System at Shanballymore Church Cemetery

It has come to our attention that there has been some confusion regarding the allocation of grave plots at Shanballymore Church Cemetery. In order to streamline the process and ensure fairness for all parishioners, we are implementing a new grave allocation system effective immediately.

Here are the steps to follow for securing a grave plot:

1. Arrange Payment with the Parish Buildings Office in Doneraile. Upon payment, a receipt will be issued. The current cost of a single grave plot is €700.00, €1,400.00 for a double plot and €1,750.00 for a triple plot.
   
   
2. Contact Mr. John O’Donovan: Parishioners must contact John to provide proof of payment and then John will advise as to which plots are available.
   
   
3. Reservation of the Plot: John O’Donovan will mark the grave plot as paid, he will then register ownership of the Grave Plots in the Graveyard Register in the owners name.

Please remember that ownership of a grave plot is not confirmed until the parishioner possesses a payment receipt and has presented it to Mr. John O’Donovan. All Graves in the Shanballymore Church Cemetery must be purchased through the Parish Buildings Office. In addition, Headstone and Monumental Companies will NOT erect Grave Markers or Headstones without proof of ownership by way of the official recipt issued by the Parish Office.

We apologise for any inconvenience this new system may cause, but we believe it will ultimately lead to a fairer and more organized allocation of grave plots for all parishioners.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.