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Historic Oakland Cemetery - Single Plot for 2 People - Yonkers, NY
$ 2112
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Single plot for 2 people in one of the oldest sections of historic Oakland Cemetery. Original deed was purchased in April of 1912. I have already verified with the office that the remaining plot space can be legally transferred to buyer with no issues.Plot is located on the top of the hill. I have attached a photo of the map with a blue arrow where the plot is located directly through the front gate and straight up Central Avenue right before the flag pole on the right side.
History: Oakland Cemetery was originally used to bury soldiers from the Revolutionary War operating under the name of St. John's Burial Grounds. It belonged to St. John's Parish. It was incorporated in 1875 and changed to Oakland Cemetery. In time graves from the Civil War also filled the cemetery, as did those of other settlers of Yonkers who died. The cemetery is divided into 2 halves with a hill dividing the western lower half from the eastern upper half. The Saw Mill River Parkway borders the eastern half, while the western half borders on Saw Mill River Road, where all of the entrances are located. There are 2 entrance gates that are large enough for a vehicle to enter through and one other smaller entrance gate for pedestrian visitors. Within the confines of the cemetery trespassers, who seem to take joy in knocking over tombstones, have vandalized many of the graves leaving constant chores for the caretaker, who lives on the property. Therefore, it is no surprise there are rumors of Oakland Cemetery being haunted.
Reported Haunts: Supposedly, 3 women in white are known to chase people out of the cemetery. They are believed to be near the hill towards the middle of the cemetery (where the plot is located). Maybe they are just trying to keep out those who would disturb their resting place. In late 2006, there was a photograph of two or three misty apparitions taken at the location where the women are rumored to be. There have also been chills felt and a sensation of being watched or followed.
Evidence Collected: A photograph of several misty apparitions; EVPs; Personal experiences of several team members.
- OWNERSHIP TRANSFER:
Transfer of title (or "Deed Transfer") will be processed after verified payment receipt.
- PAYMENT TERMS:
Please pay within three (3) days of purchase.