Latvian cemeteries and sections in Sydney
Latvian burial most often follows the Lutheran (Protestant) tradition, within Sydney's Latvian community, with some Catholic and Orthodox families.
Compare Latvian sections across Sydney
Where Latvian 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
Indicative right of interment + burial where published; excludes the headstone. “Contact” = operator quotes on request.
What to know about Latvian burials
Burial customs
A church funeral is followed by burial; both burial and cremation are accepted in the Lutheran tradition.
The headstone
Monuments are typically dignified granite or stone, often with a cross; Latvian inscriptions are common.
Visiting
Families visit on anniversaries, with candles and flowers especially around All Souls and Christmas.
Inscriptions
Latvian and English, often with a cross.
Latvian 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 Latvian burial?
Latvian burial most often follows the Lutheran (Protestant) tradition, within Sydney's Latvian community, with some Catholic and Orthodox families.
What are Latvian visiting customs?
Families visit on anniversaries, with candles and flowers especially around All Souls and Christmas.