Cemetery restoration 

Friedens Cemetery was established in 1834.  Over the years many of our gravestones have disintegrated into the earth.  In recent years many of our older gravestones have fallen over and/or broken into pieces. In 2017 the congregation decided to have a capital campaign to restore our gravestones that are in need of repair.  Thanks to our many contributors and largely the Harmon Foundation we have begun to restore the oldest part of the cemetery.  With the expertise of York Cemetery Services our gravestones are again standing to honor those who have gone before us. 

Pictures before restoration

The work has begun

Phase one is complete

Phase two is completed August 4 - 8, 2019

Phase two of the cemetery restoration was completed by Jacob's Ladder Cemetery Restoration Specialists. Most of the work done was straightening stones and putting pieces back together when possible.