MOUNT KENTON CEMETERY
HISTORY
Mount Kenton Cemetery has recently celebated its 150th anniversary. The original tract of land that came to be Mount Kenton Cemetery was deeded by Joseph Donaldson Kenton of New Orleans, Louisiana to the Church of the Old School Presbyterian on July 6, 1857. The transfer called for the land to be used to erect a church, a school or a cemetery. Eventually the trustees opted to use the land for a cemetery.
The management is made up of members of First Presbyterian Church. The operations of the cemetery are overseen by a manager who reports to the Board of Directors. Currently, the board consists of Chairman Robert Worden, Johnny McClintock, Joe Framptom, and George Wiley. The manager is Elaine Stevens.
The cemetery is located on thirty-five acres along Lone Oak Road. It is a peaceful site amid an ever-expanding urban area. Well-landscaped and maintained, Mount Kenton is the final resting place of many local, state and national political and civic figures. Vice-President Alben Barkley is buried there.
OPERATIONS
Mount Kenton Cemetery is operated by a Board of Directors from the membership of First Presbyterian Church. It is non-denominational and welcomes all faiths.
The manager is Elaine Stevens and office hours are from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. The phone number is 554-1566.
The cemetery consists of fifteen acres that are well-maintained, peaceful and scenic. Burial lots are available in several areas and in a variety of combinations from two plots up to as many as twelve. The cemetery also accommodates those who choose cremation. An area for cremation is partially developed and includes one columbarium.
The board invites you to contact the manager if you have any questions.
Chairman Robert Worden's Report
It has been 150 years since Joseph Kenton of New Orleans deeded to First Presbyterian Church the 35 acres that we know today as Mt. Kenton Cemetery. Fifteen acres of the property have been developed as burial space and are filling up. The board voted to develop a new area, which will provide over 500 additional lots. There are also plans for an expanded mausoleum location.
In response to such things as rising insurance costs, the board has adjusted its investment policy and the institution is in good financial health.