Memorial Services
Honoring Those We Love
Silver Lake Cemetery offers several options for final interment, each providing a dignified and lasting place of rest. Whether you are making immediate arrangements or planning ahead, our sexton is available to guide you through the process and answer your questions.
In-Ground Burials
Traditional in-ground burial remains one of the most common choices for families in the Portage area. Silver Lake Cemetery maintains burial plots available for purchase, accommodating both full casket burial and cremation interment.
Entombment
Entombment refers to above-ground interment in a mausoleum or vault structure. Silver Lake Cemetery is home to the historic N.H. Wood vault, one of the most recognized structures on the grounds.
Columbarium Niche
For families who have chosen cremation, our columbarium offers a permanent, granite-constructed memorial structure. Niches are available for one or two urns and include engraving of names and dates. Companion placement is available for couples and families who wish to remain together.
The Columbarium
Cremation Urn Placement
For those choosing cremation, our columbarium provides a lasting, central place where families can gather, remember, and honor those they love.
What to Expect
Every family’s needs are different. When you contact us, our sexton will walk you through:
- Available burial options and current inventory
- Pricing and payment information
- Coordination with your funeral home
- Memorial and engraving options
- Perpetual care and ongoing maintenance
We work alongside local funeral homes to make the process as smooth as possible during a difficult time.
Serving Portage, WI
& The Surrounding Region
Silver Lake Cemetery has served Portage and the surrounding Columbia County communities for generations. We welcome families from throughout the region, including those who wish to return to Portage to be laid to rest in their hometown.