TO PURCHASE CEMETERY SPACE(S)
Consult with the Cemetery Sexton to select cemetery space(s).  The Cemetery Sexton will collect the fee for spaces purchased and forward the purchase information to the City Secretary for preparation of the Deed.  The City Secretary will issue and record the Deed, and then mail the Deed document to the purchaser.

Dusty Luton, Cemetery Sexton
Fairview Cemetery
Fair Avenue
940-668-4532

TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OR TITLE OF A CEMETERY DEED
To transfer ownership of a cemetery deed, the original Owner of the Deed must execute by notarized signature a Deed Transfer with the City Secretary.   You will need to bring the original deed, or deed number, and proof of ID to execute the transfer. 

If transferring cemetery space(s) from a deed which describes multiple spaces, please contact the Cemetery Sexton to obtain the exact location description of the spaces to be transferred, so that the City Secretary can issue the Transfer Deed.

Name, address, and phone number of the new owner is required information.

If the Owner of the original Deed is deceased, the person transferring the deed must provide proof of heirship.

A recording fee of $10 will be charged for each change in title or ownership.

The City Secretary issues and records the Transfer Deed, then mails or delivers the new Deed to the new owner.

Kay Lunnon, City Secretary
200 South Rusk
Gainesville, TX 76240
940-668-4500

RULES AND REGULATIONS for Fairview Cemetery are codified under Chapter Six of the Gainesville Code of Ordinances.

          
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Gainesville City Secretary’s office at 940-668-4500.