Friends Of EastLawn Cemetery

06/02/2026

The cemetery has now been fully mowed and trimmed. Thank you to Chris Hammond for his hard work trimming around the headstones. Your help is greatly appreciated.

If you notice that some of your freshly planted flowers have disappeared, you can thank the local deer. We want to assure everyone that no flowers were damaged by mowers or trimmers during maintenance.

Thank you for your patience and support as we work to keep the cemetery as best we can.

04/27/2026

The cemetery has now been mowed for the first time this season. I appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding regarding the delay. Unfortunately, during mowing, my equipment experienced a breakdown and will need to be repaired before the next scheduled mowing.

At this time, I am seeking volunteers who may be willing to assist with trimming around headstones. If volunteer help is not available, I am also open to hiring someone for this work. Trimmer, fuel, and string will be provided.

If you are interested in helping in any capacity, please reach out to me directly. Your support is greatly appreciated and plays an important role in maintaining the cemetery with the care and respect it deserves.

Thank you.

04/21/2026

EastLawn Cemetery Notice

We would like to remind all lot owners and visitors of the following important policies:

Cremated remains are not permitted to be placed on grave lots by anyone other than cemetery personnel.

Headstone repairs or maintenance must only be performed by properly insured monument companies.

These policies are in place to ensure the safety of all visitors, volunteers, and workers, as well as to maintain the integrity of the cemetery grounds and monuments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us keep EastLawn Cemetery safe, and respectful.

03/22/2026

As we approach the upcoming mowing season, we would like to take a moment to share an important update with our community regarding the care of Eastlawn Cemetery.
Eastlawn Cemetery is proudly maintained by volunteers who generously give their time to help preserve and care for the grounds. When funds allow, we do our best to supplement these efforts by hiring additional help, especially during times when maintenance may fall behind.
To help manage the workload and maintain the appearance of the cemetery, we will once again be applying herbicide around headstones this season. This process significantly reduces the need for trimming, which accounts for nearly 90% of the labor involved in upkeep.
We understand that some families may have concerns about this practice. If you prefer that your loved one’s monument not be treated, please feel free to send us a photo of the specific stone(s). We will clearly mark those locations with flags to ensure they are not sprayed.
If you are interested in volunteering, we welcome and greatly appreciate your help. Volunteers are welcome to work any day and at any time that fits their schedule. If you need access to equipment, please give us a call or send us a message, and we will make sure the necessary equipment is available for your use.
We truly appreciate your understanding, support, and continued patience as we work to care for Eastlawn Cemetery with the resources available to us. Our goal is always to maintain a respectful, clean, and well-kept resting place for your loved ones.
Thank you to everyone who contributes—whether through volunteering, donations, or simply your support of our efforts.

Steven Snyder

03/10/2026

TYRONE, PA — When Terry Tate bought the Richard H. Searer Funeral Home in 2017, it was a well established Tyrone landmark business that nearly everyone in town has had

01/23/2026

01/20/2026

Lost Clipboard – EastLawn Cemetery

If anyone happened to pick up a clipboard from the new section of EastLawn Cemetery last month, I would greatly appreciate it being returned.
The clipboard contained important information and was set down briefly on a headstone while I was meeting with a family to review their plots. When I returned the following day, it was no longer there.
I have searched thoroughly and have been unable to locate it. If you have it or know anything about its whereabouts, please call or message me. I would be very grateful to have both the clipboard and its contents returned.
Thank you for your time and understanding.

— Steven Snyder