Lord Jesus Christ, by your own three days in the tomb, you hallowed the graves of all who believe in you and so made the grave a sign of hope that promises resurrection even as it claims our mortal bodies" (Order of Christian Funerals, Rite of Committal, Prayer over the Place of Committal 218 A).
By authority of Canon Law, dioceses, parishes, families, and even religious institutes are charged with caring for the remains of the faithful asleep in the peace of Christ. If you or a loved one are looking for a buried loved one, wanting to purchase one or multiple plots, or are looking for general information about Sacred Heart Cemetery, located in Volga, IA, please contact Dennis Whittle at 563-880-4006.
Care and records for St. Joseph Cemetery in Wadena, IA, also fall under the auspices of Sacred Heart Parish. Please contact Leon Deutsch at 319-939-1221 or 563-774-2360 for more information.