Serving Catholic families at Saint Joseph Cemetery since 1936. Expert craftsmanship at one of Ohio's largest Catholic cemeteries - 755 acres with beautiful chapel and extensive memorial options.
For over 85 years, Modlich Monument Company have been the trusted choice for Catholic families choosing Saint Joseph Cemetery in Lockbourne, Ohio. Located at 6440 South High Street, Saint Joseph is one of the largest Catholic cemeteries in Ohio, totaling 755 acres with 57,000-60,000 burials across 400 developed acres.
Founded in 1910 by the Columbus Catholic Diocese, Saint Joseph Cemetery features a beautiful brick and stone chapel erected in 1929 and maintains comprehensive records of all interments. Our Hannigan Memorials location provides convenient service for southern Franklin County families, understanding Catholic memorial traditions and working closely with the diocese cemetery office.
Saint Joseph Cemetery represents over 110 years of Catholic heritage in southern Franklin County:
Diocese cemetery - Founded and maintained by Columbus Catholic Diocese
Historic chapel - Beautiful brick and stone chapel built in 1929
Massive scale - 755 total acres, 400 developed with 60,000 burials
Complete records - Computer database of all interments
We honor Catholic traditions through meaningful memorial design:
Religious symbols - Crosses, crucifixes, Sacred Heart, rosaries
Saint Joseph themes - Patron saint imagery honoring the cemetery's namesake
Catholic inscriptions - Traditional prayers and scripture verses
Marian devotions - Our Lady of Guadalupe, Immaculate Heart designs
Saint Joseph Cemetery is one of Ohio's largest Catholic cemeteries, totaling 755 acres with 400 acres developed. Founded in 1910 by the Columbus Catholic Diocese, the cemetery serves Catholic families throughout southern Franklin County and beyond. Located at 6440 South High Street in Lockbourne, approximately 10 miles south of downtown Columbus.
Diocese approval: Designs coordinated with Columbus Catholic Diocese
Foundation specifications: Professional concrete foundations required
Size restrictions: Vary by section and lot size
Installation timeline: Typically 10-12 weeks from diocesan approval
Catholic Monument Design - Religious symbols and traditional Catholic designs
Professional Installation - Certified team familiar with diocesan procedures
Diocese Coordination - We handle all permits and cemetery communication
Maintenance Services - Ongoing cleaning and restoration
Memorial Upgrades - Adding inscriptions to existing monuments
Classic designs featuring crosses, crucifixes, and religious imagery
Laser-etched Sacred Heart, Saint Joseph, and Marian designs
Available in various granite colors and finishes
Traditional cross-shaped monuments in granite
Celtic crosses, Latin crosses, and contemporary designs
Custom inscriptions with Catholic prayers and verses
Side-by-side designs for Catholic couples
Shared religious symbols with personalized elements
Popular throughout the cemetery's family sections
Ground-level granite markers with Catholic symbols
Bronze plaques with religious designs
Budget-friendly memorial options
Typically 10-12 weeks from final diocesan approval. We coordinate directly with the Columbus Catholic Diocese cemetery office to ensure efficient scheduling and proper foundation preparation.
Saint Joseph Cemetery has specific guidelines based on lot size and section. Our team will verify your lot's requirements with the diocese and design within approved specifications.
Absolutely. As the cemetery's patron saint, Saint Joseph is a meaningful symbol to incorporate. We can include traditional Saint Joseph imagery, carpenter symbols, or other representations honoring the patron saint of workers and families.
Yes, we manage all communication with the Columbus Catholic Diocese cemetery office, obtain necessary permits, and ensure your monument meets all diocesan requirements before installation.
Our Hannigan Memorials location in Grove City is approximately 15-20 minutes from Saint Joseph Cemetery, making us convenient for southern Franklin County Catholic families.
Our compassionate team understands Catholic memorial traditions and Saint Joseph Cemetery's significance as one of Ohio's largest Catholic cemeteries. We're ready to help you create a meaningful memorial that reflects your faith.
We'll meet you at our Grove City showroom to discuss Catholic monument options, religious symbols, and diocesan requirements.
Hannigan Memorials
4071 Franklin Street, Grove City, OH 43123
Monday-Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Serving Catholic families at Saint Joseph Cemetery in southern Franklin County since 1936
