Q.  What is the difference between a lot and plot?

A lot is comprised of more than one plot, with a plot being defined as a parcel of land 5 feet by 10 feet designated for interment.  Most lots are either 10 feet x 10 feet (two plots) or 20 feet x 20 feet (four plots).

Q.  How many bodies can be placed in a single plot?

A.  Only one body, or remains of one body may be placed in a single grave, vault or crypt, with the exception where two cremated bodies can be interred in one grave or one body and one cremated body

Q.  What is the process for purchasing a plot(s)?

A.  A member of the cemetery association will help you select the location within the cemetery and will complete a deed outlining your rights to be buried in that specific location.  The deed will be signed and sealed with the original provided to the purchaser including a copy of the cemetery rules.  Payment may be by check, cash or PayPal.   

Q.  Is there a discount for Floral City residents?

A.  A 30% discount is given to Floral City residents, those residing in zip code of 34436.

Q.  Can a plot be returned to the cemetery?

A.  Plots may be returned to the cemetery for a refund of the original purchase price.

Q.  How is the Interment Rights managed in a Family Plot?

A.  Ownership provides the right of interment, for family plot one grave, niche or crypt may be used for the owner’s interment, one for the owner’s surviving spouse, if any, who by law has a vested right of interment in it; and those remaining, if any, the parents and children of the deceased owner, in order of death, may be interred without consent of any person claiming any interest in the plot.

Q.  How is the Cemetery Care provided?

A.  The cemetery care is by association only, which includes grading, landscaping work and improvements of any kind.  An exception to this is that the owners can seed or sod their plots with Argentina Bahia.  Any maintenance needs or questions can be directed to Hills Of Rest association toll free number (352) 269-6121 or HillsOfRestCemetery@gmail.com.

Q.  Where can I get details on Monument specifications?

A.  Only one headstone and one foot stone will be allowed per grave plot, the foot stone must be installed at ground level.  If corner stones are installed, they too must also be at ground level.  Any heads stone placed must be installed on a poured cement footing that is four inches deep, four inches wider than the base, or the head stone.  Additional details regarding Monument specifications can be found in the Hills of Rest Bylaws, Rules and Limitations.

Q.   Can I place flowers and other items on grave site?

A.  All items and flower arrangements must be attached to the monument, the monument base or placed on concrete stones that have been provided for such use.  All other items that interfere with the maintenance or upkeep of the cemetery will be removed. 

Q.  How do I get approval for a flower receptacle?

A.  All flower receptacles to be place on any plot must be approved by the association and should be made of metal, approved size and design.  For receptacles to be placed in the burial park, they shall be placed beneath the level of the land and may be purchased/installed by the association.