The Slovenian section at Rookwood Catholic Cemetery
A dedicated Slovenian community section at Rookwood Catholic.
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Location
Slovenian section at Rookwood Catholic Cemetery
Monument types
Community section
What to know
Burial customs
A Requiem Mass is followed by graveside committal; burial is traditional.
The headstone
Monuments commonly bear a cross and often a photograph; granite and marble are typical.
Visiting
Families visit on All Saints' and All Souls' Days (1-2 November), lighting candles and bringing flowers.
Inscriptions
Slovenian and English, often with a cross and a phrase such as 'Pocivaj v miru' (rest in peace).
Headstone rules in this section
Slovenian community burials at Rookwood Catholic, following Catholic Cemeteries & Crematoria rules and the community's tradition.
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Frequently asked
Where is the Slovenian section at Rookwood Catholic Cemetery?
Slovenian section at Rookwood Catholic Cemetery
What are the headstone rules in this section?
Slovenian community burials at Rookwood Catholic, following Catholic Cemeteries & Crematoria rules and the community's tradition.
What are the visiting customs?
Families visit on All Saints' and All Souls' Days (1-2 November), lighting candles and bringing flowers.
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