You Can Now Bury Your Beloved Pet With You

New York State recently passed a new law stating that cremated remains of pets can be buried with their owners as long as there is proof that the new pet was cremated at a recognized pet crematory. We are happy to accommodate this new law and have added this option to our burial plans.

Already have a plot? Our supervisors need to verify that there is enough room for your pet in the grave.
Planning on buying a plot with your pet? We can assist you on finding the right grave, crypt, or niche that will hold you and your pet or pets. There is no additional charge if your pet can be buried at the same time.

We also have a variety of pet urns available or you can add his or her name and likeness to the memorial plaque for a grave or the lettering for a crypt or niche. We also will conduct pet memorial services at the Gazebo or one of our chapels.

The other way that we recognize your beloved pet is with our pet memorial area full of trees and wildlife. It features a bridge crossing a "stream" of rocks where you can have your pet's name engraved on a rock for a donation of $100 or more to our Memorial Gift Fund.

On Sunday September 24th from 1 - 2 pm we will be having a Blessing of the Pets.

• Each family will receive one free St. Francis Medallion with a prayer card.
• You are welcome to walk your pets around the park or explore our pet friendly hiking trails.
• Virtually all pets (cats, hamsters, turtles, etc.) are welcome as long as they are under your complete control at all times.

White Haven not only serves people - we are proud to accommodate your pets and we believe that every life should be remembered. Our entire staff works hard and is able to answer your questions about the many options you and your pets have. Call us at (585)-586-5250 or, if you would like to meet in person, our address is 210 Marsh Road Pittsford, NY 14534.

Saying Goodbye To Your Pet

Thanks to their amazing ability to give us totally unconditional love, many of us develop very special relationships with our pets. It is no surprise, then, that after losing a pet we sometimes face the same symptoms of grief we face in the loss of a human family member. The decision on what to do with the remains of a pet can help with this grieving process, just as it does with our human losses. Thanks to some recent legislation in New York State, there will soon be some new options to help you say goodbye to your beloved pet.

A new law just signed by Gov. Cuomo will give White Haven Memorial Park  permission to bury the cremated remains of pets with their human family members.  It will take a few months to work out all of the details and have our products and procedures approved by our regulators, but you can now rest assured that White Haven Memorial Park will soon be able to bury your pets’ cremated remains with you in a variety of burial options, both in ground and above ground.  If you would like to be notified as soon as these options become available, please call our office at 585-586-5250 and ask to have your name place on our Pet Burial List.

In addition to our pet-friendly burial cremation options, White Haven also participates in a number of other pet inspired activities. Take a look:

Blessing of the Pets

On October 2nd, White Haven hosted our second annual Blessing of the Pets ceremony outside of the All Seasons Chapel. Reverend Nanci DeLeo provided individual blessings for a variety of pets including dogs, cats, hamsters, birds and fish. Guests and their pets were welcome to explore our hiking trails before and after the blessing. Please plan now to join us next year!

Pet Memorial Area

White Haven Memorial Park has a pet memorial area with a bridge crossing a “stream” of rocks. Individual rocks may be engraved with your pet’s name for a tax deductible donation to our Memorial Gift Fund. Additionally, our pet-friendly hiking trails are the perfect fall spot for people to take a walk with their four-legged friends and enjoy the changing leaves.

Serving the Rochester, New York area since 1929, White Haven Memorial Park offers a wide selection of burial options. We are delighted to now include the burial of cremated pets among those options. There is no better way to celebrate the life of your pets than with a permanent memorial in our Park, with its beautiful and Audubon certified forest and grounds. Visit our website or call 585-586-5250 for more information.