Spirits in October 2020 (Cancelled)
Historic Riverside Cemetery & Conservancy has been closely following the news surrounding COVID-19 and its related public health concerns. By now, you have likely heard news of school and business closings as well the canceling of social and community events to prevent further spread of the virus. After careful consultation…
Continue ReadingCOVID-19 Update
COVID-19 Information As of April 2, 2020 Riverside Cemetery prioritizes the health and well-being of our lot owners, families and staff. We understand this is a fluid situation and are monitoring and evaluating developments of the coronavirus (COVID-19). In an effort to comply with the shelter-in-place order from the CDC…
Continue ReadingRiverside Cemetery in the News: Wreaths Across America
Historic Riverside Cemetery is in the news for partnering with the Wreaths Across America program. The Fox Classic Hits Network in Middle Georgia (which includes 94.7 FM, 98.3 FM, and 105.9 FM) spoke to Wayne Hanson with Wreaths Across America about the over 1,300 ceremonies taking place Saturday, including the…
Continue ReadingSpotlight on Cecil Coke: A Dedicated Macon Native Whose Heart Changed the Community
Macon native Cecil Roberts Coke, Jr. has made a lasting impact on our community. His heart for his family, coworkers, friends, church, and Riverside Cemetery, is evident in the time and dedication he puts into every aspect of his life. It comes as no surprise that in the past 43…
Continue ReadingNorth Gate Notables
What do the founder of Macon’s love affair with cherry blossoms, a former Allman Brothers Band road manager, and Georgia’s first lady of flight have in common? They are all interred at historic Riverside Cemetery’s North Gate section, located between I-75 and Ingleside Avenue. The fascinating stories of these three,…
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