One of the smallest cemeteries in South San Diego County is Mount Olivet Cemetery in Nestor, located at 7141 Iris Avenue. This private cemetery was established in 1899 by Hollis M. Peavey. The Mount Olivet Cemetery Association was incorporated by the Peavey Foundation in 1954. The gate to the cemetery is locked and many stones have been damaged or destroyed by vandals. There is more information about the cemetery, including some photographs, in the book Cemeteries of San Diego by Seth Mallios and David M. Caterino, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2007.
Tombstone inscriptions are online at http://files.usgwarchives.net/ca/sandiego/cemeteries/mount-olivet.txt courtesy of Michael Harris. Michael has posted photographs at http://www.usgwarchives.net/ca/sandiego/photos/tombstones/mountolivet/.
I am unsure if the tombstone inscriptions and photographs are complete. My guess is that all of the identifiable persons in this cemetery are included.
KUSI reporter Michael Turko recently broadcast a video of the cleanup of this cemetery by volunteers. You can view the Video at http://www.kusi.com/features/turko/43324402.html (click on the "Video" link).
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I am the Office Manager at Mt. Olivet Cemetery San Diego. Some of the above information is outdated and misleading. First, the correct address is; 2127 Iris Ave., San Diego, CA 92154
The Cemetery was abandoned for years and fell into a state of severe neglect. It was overgrown with vegetation and some headstones were broken or stolen during this period. The property has received a major restoration during the past few years with new improvements in the works.We have made efforts to replace the headstones and grave markers where we have adequate information. The Cemetery is open for business to the public, and is now an attractive and affordable final resting place. Burial Plots and Cremains Niches are available and easy plans are available. All are welcome. It offers a tranquil and peaceful resting place in a quiet neighborhood.
Contact James Matthias, Director (619) 643-7081
or Bruce Jones, Office Manager (619) 748-3035
Hi James and Bruce. My dear friend Don Opel is buried there, I never knew it was there until Don passed away. I have on many occasions gone with Dolly to visit Don's grave.i would like some info regarding plots and thier costs for myself. I find it a peaceful place to be. Thank you sincerely Mary Wilson
Hi, Mary Wilson. I apologize for the latenss of this reply. I just now stumbled upon your message.
We are currently offering burial plots for $2,900.00 with no interest payment plans that can be initiated with a $50.00 startup payment and a requirement of $50.00 minimum payment every 6 months. Enterment fees and grave markers are additional, but can be included in payment plans. Call James Mathias at 619 643 7081 for details. Thanks.
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