In 1980, The Diocese of Tucson expanded its cemetery operations with the purchase of land on the far east side of Tucson. All Faiths Cemetery was unique to the times at its opening, encompassing a Catholic Cemetery “Our Lady of the Desert”, a non-denominational cemetery “Desert Vista”, two Jewish Cemeteries, which were owned by the Temple Emanu-El and Temple Anshei Israel, as well as a cemetery owned by the Islamic Center of Tucson. All Faiths has 95 acres peacefully set and designed to reach out to people of all faiths. The park is managed by the Catholic Diocese of Tucson.
Binghampton Cemetery was established in 1899 by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is one of the oldest cemeteries in Tucson. The cemetery was primarily used by the Binghampton LDS community up to the 1970s but has since become an area-wide LDS. It is owned and operated by the non-profit Binghampton Cemetery Association.
Evergreen Cemetery was founded in 1907. A considerable number of burials from the original downtown cemetery located within the town limits as well as the old Presidio Cemetery were relocated to Evergreen. Today, the remains of many pioneers from old ranch sites and homesteads are re-intered within Evergreen's boundaries.
Founded in 1907, Holy Hope Cemetery was the first Catholic cemetery established in Tucson that was not directly a part of a parish. With over 55 acres, there is a history and rich tradition evident to all visitors. Holy Hope Cemetery offers consecrated ground for the Catholic community.
Approx 13100 E. Old Spanish Trail (On Google Maps)
Tucson, AZ 85747
Graves date back to the late 1800s/early 1900s. Located in the Rincon Valley along Old Spanish Trail (outside the Tucson city limits), this small cemetery sits atop a hillside. There are no signs on Old Spanish Trail marking the entrance -- look for the large cross on the hill (west) and the dirt road entrance. The majority of the graves face east to the Rincon Mountains. Look for the Rincon Memorial Cemetery Association page on Facebook for additional details.
South Lawn Cemetery opened in 1936 making it one of the oldest active cemeteries in Tucson, Arizona. Although they serve many cultures and faiths, they have become an important resource for the Hispanic community.
