Union Ridge Cemetery

03/31/2026

Are you in need of clean fill for a garden or a yard. Our fill has been part of the cemetery since 1841!

We have lots of clean fill available at Union Ridge Cemetery.

Call 773.631.0900

03/26/2026

Twice a year we add commemorative pavers to our growing Patriot Pavers that surround our flag pole.

Order yours before April 10th. Call 773.631.0900 or email unionridgecemetery@gmail for an order form.

Honor your Veterans or family member!

4” x 8” or 8” x 8” format. We can include Branch of Service medallions.

Be sure to join us Memorial Day Monday, May 25th at 1p as we honor those that have served and sacrificed for freedoms. We have our guest speaker, live taps and a salvo of cannon fire.

As you bite in to a hot dog give Thanks!

03/25/2026

03/23/2026

What do you know or world like to know about Union Ridge Cemetery?

We are the oldest operational cemetery in Cook County! Many of Old Norwoods movers and shakers are salted throughout the cemetery!

Where every day is historic!

Reach us at 773.631.0900 or unionridgecemetery@gmail.com

We have many interment options available. If you have loved ones on the mantle or in the closet. Call, we can offer our expert advice to honor them!

03/20/2026

SPRING! Welcome from Union Ridge Cemetery!

Save the date -
Memorial Day Event, Monday May 25th at 1pm. SUVCW will be here with Battery L and will be firing a salvo from their Civil War Cannon.

We still have a few open spots for a free history walk at 2:30 following our event. Respond with your name, phone number and email address and we can add you to the list of private invitees.

03/14/2026

Free History Walk at Union Ridge Cemetery!

Join us May 25th at 1p for our Memorial Event.

The first 26 people who email us at unionridgecemetery@gmail.com can join me at 2:30p after our event for a free History Walk. Include your full name, best # and your email address.

Of course you’re always welcome to make a donation to help us volunteers.

03/14/2026

Hello Neighbors!
If you are at home with an urn with the cremains of a loved one, please reach out to Union Ridge Cemetery. We have many options for a cost effective way to honor them.
Let them rest in history - since 1841 URC has been a cornerstone of Norwood Pack.
Call 773-631-0900.
We can help your Peace!

02/13/2026

Union Ridge Cemetery is enjoyable to walk and see the seasonal changes.

Our newsletter his on the “TAKE ONE” post.

If you want to receive our newsletter letter send your contact information.

Be informed of events and history!

01/27/2026

Want to be engaged with the community and like volunteer work?

Reach out to Union Ridge Cemetery and hear about our historic transformation and efforts.

URC is the oldest operational cemetery in Cook County and played a part in the development of Norwood Park. We have a number of family names you’ll recognize. Smith, Pennoyer, Dunning, Talcott, Kimbell, Pabst, Seymour, Dunlap, Hemingway and Dawson.

Give as call and let us hear about your interests and skills.

If you haven’t decided on a final resting place we have graves, columbarium niches and a newly established scatter garden.

773.631.0900
or
unionridgecemetery@gmail.com

01/07/2026

It’s a New Year! Since 1841, Union Ridge Cemetery been a choice in Norwood Park.
The oldest operational cemetery in Cook County.
We have Graves, Columbarium niches and a new Scattering Garden available.
Call us for an appointment - 773-631-0900

12/14/2025

Thank you alll!

It was great to be the host for the fantastic turn out at Union Ridge Cemetery Saturday for our Wreaths across America event. We placed 260 wreaths on veterans graves to honor them.

Add December 20th 2026 @12 noon for next years event.
Go to wreathsacrossamerica.org and plan ahead with a donation for a wreath. URC does not receive any form of payment.
Feel free to send a donation before year end to Union Ridge Cemetery.
Send a note to unionridgecemetery@gmail if you want to be added to our newsletter or History Walks wait list.
If you want to make an appointment
Call or email.

Peace!
Dave T
President of the Board

Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as over 5,200 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea, and abroad. Help us by sponsoring Veterans....

12/12/2025

Union Ridge Cemetery is hosting Wreaths Across America event tomorrow- Saturday, Dec 13th at 12 noon.
If you are part of the service presentation, please arrive before 11:30 at the latest.
If you are planning to be part of the placement of the wreaths meet up front by the office.
The presentation will start at noon!
Dress weather appropriate and bring a broom if you have one.

We look forward to seeing everyone and supporting this day!