Riverside Cemetery is located in Wakefield, Rhode Island and consists of over 7,500 grave sites on 28 acres. Our beautiful cemetery is a true piece of New England history, and was incorporated in Rhode Island in the year 1870. Our goal is to provide a comfortable,

peaceful place for you to mourn, remember and celebrate your loved one. 

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There are a variety of ways to experience Riverside Cemetery, including walking, looking for wildlife, enjoying a bit of tranquility, or paying respect to those we have lost. Our knowledgable staff is happy to help you learn more about the cemetery's history, the notable individuals buried here, the many buildings and monuments, or our various horticultural collections. 

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