While we recognize the value that the peace and serenity of our grounds can provide during these particularly challenging times, the safety of our employees and the community are of utmost importance while we focus on our mission of caring for families during their time of need - the interment and perpetual care of their departed loved ones. With that in mind, it's essential that all visitors abide by the following rules while on the grounds of Forest Lawn (click the button below):
If you have an ancestor who purchased burial space at Forest Lawn or any of our "sister" cemeteries (St. Matthew's in West Seneca, Lakeside in Hamburg, the Williamsville Cemetery and Gethsemane Cemetery), you may be eligible for FREE burial space for yourself and your spouse at that cemetery. To learn more, submit your information below or call us at 716-885-1600.
Forest Lawn is one of America's premier historic cemeteries. Unmatched natural beauty – hills, valleys, lakes and streams. Sculptural masterpieces. Living history. Most importantly, the stories - of those who now rest in peace under our care. These stories shouldn’t end here. They are ready to be discovered and to have the next chapters written. We invite you to read more about our history, plan a visit, become a member or access our extensive archives of historic documents.
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Now you can join the many others who value, understand and appreciate this special place in our community by becoming a member of Forest Lawn. Read More
Read MoreWe sincerely need and appreciate your donation to Forest Lawn through the Forest Lawn Heritage Foundation. We are gratefully accepting tax-deductible donations.
Read MoreAre you looking for a proud career with meaning? Forest Lawn has more than 80 of the most dedicated individuals in Western New York, from groundskeepers and maintenance staff to Family Service Representatives and administrative personnel.
Read MoreWe are very pleased to make the outstanding work of Forest Lawn Historian Patrick Kavanagh accessible to the world. Pat, who is himself a Vietnam veteran, has compiled the definitive resource of information on all 532 veterans (531 men and 1 woman) with direct ties to the eight counties of Western New York who were killed or died while on active duty in Vietnam.
In Pat's words..."We must never forget the sacrifices made by these young people."
