Walton IOOF Cemetery – Headstones & Monuments in Walton, Indiana
Historic Cemetery and Memorial Information for Families in Cass County
Walton IOOF Cemetery serves families in Walton and the surrounding rural communities of southeastern Cass County. Established by the Walton Lodge No. 314 of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the cemetery occupies land purchased in 1890 from George W. Lucas. The first burial at the cemetery was William Stough, although some individuals who had passed away earlier were later reinterred there.
Today, the cemetery contains a blend of historic burial sections, upright family monuments, flush memorials, veteran burials, and more recent granite memorials representing generations of local families. As with many long-established Indiana cemeteries, Walton IOOF Cemetery reflects the history of the surrounding farming communities and small-town families who have called the area home. Visitors will find traditional upright granite monuments, historic marble memorials, companion markers, and family estate memorials throughout the grounds.
The cemetery continues to serve families from Walton, Galveston, Young America, Kokomo, and nearby rural communities.
Cemetery Information
Cemetery Name:
Walton IOOF Cemetery
Location:
6272 East 650 Walton, IN 46947
Coordinates: 40.67111, -86.25417
Cemetery Map & Directions
Cemetery Regulations & Monument Requirements
Important Note: Cemetery rules, memorial requirements, and installation policies may change over time. Families should always verify current cemetery regulations and foundation requirements directly with cemetery representatives before purchasing or installing a memorial.
Monument Foundations
Most upright memorials within Walton IOOF Cemetery require a concrete foundation sized appropriately for the memorial being installed. Foundation requirements may vary depending on:
• Memorial dimensions and weight
• Ground conditions
• Section location
• Existing nearby memorials and foundations
Older portions of the cemetery may occasionally require additional care due to aging foundations or closely spaced historic memorials.
Upright Memorials & Family Monuments
Walton IOOF Cemetery contains many traditional upright monuments and family memorials. Common memorial styles include:
• Upright granite monuments
• Companion memorials
• Slant markers
• Bevel markers
• Flush grave markers
Families adding inscriptions or additional memorials to an existing family lot often request matching granite colors, lettering styles, and monument proportions to maintain consistency across the lot.
Historic & Older Sections
Certain portions of the cemetery contain older memorials and long-established family sections. Mature trees, narrow lot spacing, and weathered memorials may occasionally create additional considerations during installation or restoration work.
Historic marble memorials and older granite monuments may also require extra care when nearby memorial work is being completed.
Installing Scheduling
Memorial installation timing may depend on:
• Weather conditions
• Ground conditions
• Cemetery access
• Foundation curing requirements
• Seasonal scheduling limitations
Most installations occur during spring, summer, and fall months, though winter installations may occasionally be possible depending on conditions.
Featured Memorial Work at Walton IOOF Cemetery
Working With Caldwell Monument Company
Caldwell Monument Company helps families throughout Walton and Cass County coordinate memorial projects at Walton IOOF Cemetery.
Our process typically includes:
- Confirming the cemetery location and grave space
- Reviewing cemetery regulations and foundation requirements
- Selecting the memorial type, granite color, and inscription style
- Participating in the memorial design process
- Coordinating foundation preparation and installation timing
Families adding inscriptions to existing memorials or matching older family monuments may require additional design coordination to ensure the memorial remains visually balanced and consistent with surrounding stones
Additional Memorial Services
Families working within Walton IOOF Cemetery may also need:
Additional death date engraving
Monument cleaning and restoration
Resetting older memorials
Matching existing family monuments
Bronze marker replacement
Foundation replacement or repair
Cemetery lettering and inscription updates
Older cemeteries occasionally present challenges involving weathered inscriptions, shifting foundations, or memorial settling that may require additional evaluation before work begins.
Helpful Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Walton IOOF Cemetery allow upright monuments?
Yes. Many sections within the cemetery contain upright monuments, companion memorials, and traditional family memorials.
Are foundations required for memorials?
Most upright memorials require a properly sized concrete foundation prior to installation.
Can existing family memorials be matched?
In many cases, yes. Granite colors, lettering styles, finishes, and monument proportions can often be coordinated with nearby family memorials.
Are flush grave markers allowed?
Yes, flush markers or grass markers are permitted in Walton Cemetery. Foundations underneath the flat marker are required to maintain the care of the cemetery. There are several options to make sure that these fit within cemetery requirements. Adding concrete or granite margins are usually preferred.
Can memorials be installed year-round?
Installation timing depends on weather conditions, ground conditions, cemetery scheduling, and foundation curing requirements. Most installations occur during spring, summer, and fall.
Who maintains Walton IOOF Cemetery?
Maintenance and oversight is entrusted to the Walton IOOF Cemetery Board. They manage the maintenance and upkeep of the cemetery, maintain the by-laws and cemetery regulations, and set the fee structure. The cemetery board Secretary currently oversees most of the details regarding the cemetery.