Cemeteries
Lincoln Street Cemetery
220 East Lincoln Avenue, Zeeland
The Lincoln Street Cemetery is located on Lincoln Avenue, 3 blocks east of State Street. The initial beginning dates prior to 1880. Co-founders Jannes and Dina Vande Luyster and Reverend Cornelius and Elizabeth Van Der Meulen are buried here.
The cemetery is comprised of approximately 15 acres, containing over 8,000 burial lots. The cemetery is divided up into numerous sections. Two sections are devoted entirely to veterans and their spouses. Another section is devoted to holding only infants and babies. Furthermore, there is a ‘living cross’, which is a flowerbed that is planted with red begonias every spring. There is an average of approximately 80 burials per year, which are performed year-round.
Felch Street Cemetery
10149 Felch Street, Zeeland
The Felch Street Cemetery is located on Felch Street between 100th and 104th Avenues. This is a 27-acre development that will be built in a 5-phase plan. Phase I should have 4,000 graves.
Fees
(these prices are the same for both cemeteries)
| Resident: | $350 per plot |
| Non-Resident: | $2,000 per plot |
Care & Maintenance
The care and maintenance of the turf grass and trees within the cemetery is a labor-intensive task. Mowing, trimming, and irrigation are done weekly for proper upkeep and aesthetic beauty.
Contact
Mike Bronkhorst
Cemetery Parks Supervisor
Phone: 772-0870
Helpful Resources
Wreaths for Our Heroes
In Zeeland, the community takes special care to honor those who have served our country, especially through the upkeep and remembrance at local cemeteries. Each Memorial Day and Christmas, dedicated volunteers place wreaths on the graves of veterans, ensuring their service and sacrifice are never forgotten. This heartfelt tradition not only beautifies the resting places of our heroes, but also serves as a powerful reminder to residents and visitors alike of the deep gratitude Zeeland holds for those who defended our freedoms.
