Columbarium FAQs
How much does a Columbarium niche cost?
A Single Niche ranges in price from $2050 to $2300 depending on the Niche position on the unit.
A Double Niche ranges in price from $4100 to $4400 depending on the Niche position on the Unit.
The higher the niche on the unit the more expensive.
Can I set up a payment plan?
Yes, payment plans are available and adds an additional $50 to the final price: Payments must be completed prior to interment or sandblasting the niche covers.
What is included in the purchase price?
Interment rights, standard sandblasted niche cover (name and dates), interment and recording fees, niche sandblasting installation and inspection fee, processing fee, and endowment and maintenance fees.
How can I pay for my niche?
The Shrine accepts cash, checks, debit cards or credit cards.
What is the size of the niche?
A Single Niche is 9” high x 9” wide x 9” deep.
A Double Niche is 11” high x 11” wide x 11” deep.
When selecting an urn(s), please keep these dimensions in mind.
Which niches are available?
Go to the Columbarium page on the website and click on the unit names in blue. A pdf table file will pop-up. The cells in the table with names in them are owned by the family indicated. The empty cells are available (unless a purchase is in process). https://www.shrineofsainttherese.org/columbarium
Please call 907-586-2227 ext 24 or my cell phone at 636-628-7270.
Is it possible to have additional artwork/symbols on the niche cover?
Yes, at an additional cost. Only Christian symbols or artwork are allowed. Please contact the Executive Director for more information and pricing.
When will the niche cover be engraved?
Engraving is done once a year in either June or July. The engraver is brought in from Seattle and all the niche of those deceased since the previous years engraving are engraved.
A Stone Blessing Ceremony is done after the stone are engraved. The family and friends of the deceased are welcome.
What is my next step?
Create a list of 2-3 preferred niches and contact the Executive Director for an appointment. Please call 907-586-2227 ext 24 or my cell phone at 636-628-7270.