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This cemetery was established in 1863. Later, the adjacent Roselawn Cemetery was established as a separately managed addition to Mound Cemetery. The two cemeteries are now under joint management. It is located on 1285 West State Street, Charleston, Coles County, Illinois.
Mound Cemetery was laid out in 1863. It was founded by John B. Hill. This cemetery is on a natural hill which overlooked the surrounding county for miles. It was also used by the Indians as a burial place before any white man ever saw it. Many bones and relics were found when the grading was done.
The driveways in this cemetery follow natural lines. This is the cattle-path idea of landscaping - following the easiest way. Our Sexton is very diligent on keeping these cemeteries beautiful and clean.
As of late 2016, there are over 9,900 burials in this cemetery, and the number will continue to rise, as this cemetery is not full. There are spaces still available for sale and use.