Croatian cemeteries and sections in Sydney
Croatian burial follows the Roman Catholic tradition, with strong family observance and often substantial, personalised monuments.
Compare Croatian sections across Sydney
Where Croatian burials are available, with the indicative lawn plot cost. Rookwood, the largest, is listed first, then cheapest to dearest.
Rookwood Cemetery
Inner West · Metropolitan Memorial Parks & Catholic Cemeteries
from $12,020
lawn plot
Kemps Creek Memorial Park
South-West Sydney · Catholic Cemeteries & Crematoria
Contact
lawn plot
Indicative right of interment + burial where published; excludes the headstone. “Contact” = operator quotes on request.
What to know about Croatian burials
Burial customs
A Requiem Mass is followed by committal at the graveside; burial is traditional, though cremation is now permitted.
The headstone
Croatian graves often feature large granite or marble monuments with a cross, a ceramic photograph and Croatian inscriptions.
Visiting
Families visit on anniversaries, All Souls' Day and Croatian feast days, bringing flowers and candles.
Inscriptions
Croatian and English, frequently with a cross and a phrase such as 'Pokoj vjecni' (eternal rest); ceramic photographs are common.
Croatian Cemetery Masonry Services
New headstone or monument
A new memorial in the styles and materials of the community.
Additional inscriptions
Adding a name to a family grave, or completing an existing inscription.
Renovation & restoration
Repairing, resetting or restoring an older or weathered grave.
Cleaning
Cleaning and freshening a headstone that has aged over the years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Croatian burial?
Croatian burial follows the Roman Catholic tradition, with strong family observance and often substantial, personalised monuments.
What are Croatian visiting customs?
Families visit on anniversaries, All Souls' Day and Croatian feast days, bringing flowers and candles.