Cemeteries in New Castle County County
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By Cemetery Near MeLast updated: February 17, 2026
48
Cemeteries
10
Cities
2
Veterans
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Tips for Finding a Cemetery
- Visit multiple cemeteries to compare atmosphere and surroundings
- Check visiting hours - most cemeteries are open during daylight hours
- Ask about green burial options if environmental sustainability is important
- Inquire with the office about plot costs and maintenance fees
Types of Cemeteries
Public Cemetery
Open to all residents regardless of religious affiliation. Often municipally managed with various burial options.
Green Cemetery
Eco-friendly burial in natural surroundings. Biodegradable materials and minimal headstones.
Memorial Park
Modern cemetery with flat markers. Landscaped grounds with designated sections and memorials.
All 48 Cemeteries
Gracelawn Memorial Park
memorial-park
2220 N Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Sat
4.6 stars (113 reviews)
Potters Field Cemetery
public-cemetery
New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Pigeon Run Cemetery
public-cemetery
201 Jestan Blvd, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
5 stars (1 reviews)
Veterans Memorial Park
memorial-park
163 Cherry Ln, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Closed · Opens 7 am Sat
4.5 stars (67 reviews)
Cathedral Cemetery
public-cemetery
2400 Lancaster Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805, Wilmington, DE 19805
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Sat
4.2 stars (21 reviews)
St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church
catholic-cemetery
521 Harmony St, New Castle, DE 19720, New Castle, DE 19720
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
4.8 stars (40 reviews)
All Saints Cemetery
public-cemetery
6001 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19808, Wilmington, DE 19808
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Sat
3.8 stars (30 reviews)
Wilmington & Brandywine Cemetery
public-cemetery
701 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19801, Wilmington, DE 19801
Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat
4.3 stars (3 reviews)
Mount Salem Cemetery
public-cemetery
19th St @ Tower St, Wilmington, DE 19806, Wilmington, DE 19806
5 stars (2 reviews)
Silverbrook Cemetery
public-cemetery
3300 Lancaster Pike, Wilmington, DE 19805, Wilmington, DE 19805
Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat
2.6 stars (39 reviews)
Cemetery
public-cemetery
New Castle, DE 19720, New Castle, DE 19720
First State National Historical Park
veterans-cemetery
10 Market St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat
4.7 stars (437 reviews)
Grave of US Constitution, Declaration of Independence signer George Read
historic-cemetery
50 Market St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
4.8 stars (5 reviews)
New Castle Court House Museum
historic-cemetery
211 Delaware St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat
4.8 stars (151 reviews)
Newark Union Church & Cemetery
public-cemetery
Public Road, 8 Newark Union Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803, United States, Wilmington, DE 19803
Closed · Opens 7 AM Sat
4.8 stars (8 reviews)
Delaware County Veterans Memorial
veterans-cemetery
4599 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073, United States, Newtown Square, PA 19073
Open 24 hours
4.8 stars (117 reviews)
Chester Bethel Cemetery
public-cemetery
Wilmington, DE 19810, United States, New Castle, DE 19810
Open 24 hours
3 stars (2 reviews)
Signer of the Articles of Confederation Nicholas Van Dyke
public-cemetery
Market St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
5 stars (1 reviews)
Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory
crematorium
1000 N Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Open 24 hours
5 stars (44 reviews)
Immanuel Episcopal Church on the Green
public-cemetery
50 Market St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat
4.5 stars (38 reviews)
African Union Cemetery
public-cemetery
19706, Delaware City, DE 19706, United States, Delaware City, DE 19706
4.8 stars (10 reviews)
New Castle
public-cemetery
Delaware 19720, USA, New Castle, DE 19720
Head of Christiana Cemetery
public-cemetery
Newark, DE 19711, United States, New Castle, DE 19711
5 stars (1 reviews)
Grave of U.S Constitution Signer Richard Bassett
public-cemetery
Wilmington, DE 19801, United States, New Castle, DE 19801
5 stars (2 reviews)
New Castle Battery Park
public-cemetery
1 Delaware St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Open · Closes 8:45 PM
4.7 stars (3790 reviews)
Wilmington Cemetery Solutions
public-cemetery
226 Heron Cir, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
R.T. Foard & Jones Funeral Home & Crematory
crematorium
122 W Main St, Newark, DE 19711, Newark, DE 19711
Open 24 hours
4.9 stars (30 reviews)
Chandler Funeral Homes & Crematory
crematorium
2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803, Wilmington, DE 19803
Open 24 hours
4.1 stars (14 reviews)
Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory
public-cemetery
275 E Main St, Middletown, DE 19709, Middletown, DE 19709
Open 24 hours
5 stars (29 reviews)
Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home
public-cemetery
101 W 6th St, New Castle, DE 19720, New Castle, DE 19720
Open 24 hours
5 stars (1 reviews)
Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home
public-cemetery
635 Churchmans Rd, Newark, DE 19702, Newark, DE 19702
Open 24 hours
4.8 stars (83 reviews)
Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory
crematorium
214 Clinton St, Delaware City, DE 19706, Delaware City, DE 19706
Open 24 hours
5 stars (2 reviews)
Family First Funeral Services
public-cemetery
212 E Justis St, Newport, DE 19804, Newport, DE 19804
Open 24 hours
5 stars (6 reviews)
Mealey Funeral Homes & Crematory
crematorium
2509 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808, Wilmington, DE 19808
Open 24 hours
4.7 stars (22 reviews)
Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory
public-cemetery
121 W Park Pl, Newark, DE 19711, Newark, DE 19711
Open 24 hours
5 stars (24 reviews)
Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home
crematorium
1400 Kirkwood Hwy, Elsmere, DE 19805, Elsmere, DE 19805
Open 24 hours
5 stars (23 reviews)
Schoenberg Memorial Chapel
public-cemetery
519 Philadelphia Pike #1, Wilmington, DE 19809, Wilmington, DE 19809
5 stars (15 reviews)
Nichols-Gilmore Funeral Home
public-cemetery
212 E Justis St, Wilmington, DE 19804, Wilmington, DE 19804
Open 24 hours
5 stars (38 reviews)
House of Wright Mortuary & Cremation Services
crematorium
208 E 35th St, Wilmington, DE 19802, Wilmington, DE 19802
Open 24 hours
4.5 stars (40 reviews)
Doherty Funeral Homes
public-cemetery
3200 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808, Wilmington, DE 19808
Open 24 hours
4.9 stars (59 reviews)
Mccrery & Harra Funeral Homes and Crematory
crematorium
3924 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803, Wilmington, DE 19803
Open 24 hours
4.9 stars (15 reviews)
Gore Funeral Home
public-cemetery
1910 Lancaster Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805, Wilmington, DE 19805
Open 24 hours
4.8 stars (42 reviews)
Chandler Funeral Homes & Crematory
crematorium
7230 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE 19707, Hockessin, DE 19707
Open 24 hours
4 stars (4 reviews)
Gebhart Funeral Homes
crematorium
3401 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703, Claymont, DE 19703
Open 24 hours
New Castle Historical Society
historic-cemetery
30 Market St, New Castle, DE 19720, New Castle, DE 19720
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sat
4.7 stars (54 reviews)
New Castle Presbyterian Church
public-cemetery
Christian Education Building, 25 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
Closed · Opens 9 am Sun
4.4 stars (17 reviews)
Bethany UAME Church
public-cemetery
419 Williams St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
4.3 stars (3 reviews)
New Castle United Methodist Church
public-cemetery
510 Delaware St, New Castle, DE 19720, United States, New Castle, DE 19720
4.5 stars (6 reviews)
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Cemeteries by City
Choosing a Cemetery in New Castle County County
In New Castle County County, Delaware you'll find 48 cemeteries, ranging from public municipal cemeteries to memorial parks. Each cemetery has its own character and options.
Practical Information
When choosing a cemetery, several factors are important: location and accessibility, atmosphere and appearance, available burial options, and of course the costs for plots and maintenance. Many cemeteries in New Castle County County offer options for both traditional burial and cremation urn interment.
Visitor Guidelines
When visiting a cemetery, it's important to respect the peace and serenity of the space. Keep dogs on leash, and be considerate of other visitors paying their respects. Most cemeteries are open daily during daylight hours.
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