Families Say Decorations At Gravesites in Rochester Twp. Continue Disappearing

Some local families are expressing anger that decorations at loved ones’ gravesites at a Beaver County cemetery continue to disappear. During the holiday season, people said they’ve placed decorations on their family’s gravesites at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park in Rochester Township… but those decorations keep disappearing. While some believe the items are being taken by outsiders, a former cemetery worker said the company takes down the decorations each day and throws them out. Sylvania Hills Memorial Park then released the following statement about these allegations: “We empathize with client families who wish to add personal items to the graves of their loved ones; however, we have an obligation to those we serve to maintain a consistent standard of appearance and safety for visitors and workers. It is never our intention to upset or offend any client family. We care deeply for our families and strive to provide them with a peaceful and beautiful environment to remember their loved ones.” There are signs at the entrance stating no decorations are allowed.