Riverside Cemetery, located in Norristown, Pennsylvania, is a historic cemetery established in 1894.
It serves as a significant burial ground for the surrounding area, particularly individuals from the Philadelphia region.
The cemetery’s records detail burials from the late 1890s through the 1960s, including notable figures like William Jordan Bolton, a Brevet Brigadier General in the American Civil War, and Roy Thomas, a Major League Baseball Player.
The cemetery's grounds feature rolling hills and abundant wildlife, contributing to its serene atmosphere.
Options for burial include in-ground burials, a community mausoleum, and personalized columbaria with niches.
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