Nestled along Logan’s east bench, overlooking the valley with the Wellsville Mountains beyond, the Logan City Cemetery is more than a resting place. It’s a historic landscape where pioneers, poets, veterans, and everyday families are remembered. With over 150 years of history, unique monuments, and thousands of interments, the cemetery reflects the story of Cache Valley itself.

Logan City Cemetery main entrance

A Brief History

The Logan City Cemetery was officially established in 1869, when Logan set aside 53 acres for permanent burial ground. Of those, about 47 acres are in use today, with the remainder reserved for future needs.

Before 1869, Logan’s first cemetery was located at 700 East 500 North. As the city expanded, graves were moved from that original site to a special Pioneer Plot in the new cemetery. Today, a Daughters of Utah Pioneers monument marks that section, honoring the 42 unknown pioneers reinterred there.

The “Pioneer Plot” is one of the most sacred parts of the cemetery. Its layout even shows the outlines of early wooden coffins, predating the use of modern vaults.

Logan City Cemetery by the Numbers

• Total size: 53 acres (~47 in use, 6 available)

• Annual activity (FY 2024):

  • 125 grave spaces sold

  • 228 burials

  • 130 new headstones installed

• Remaining capacity: Approximately 7,750 burial spaces are still available. At the current pace, that means about three more decades of use before expansion is needed.

The cemetery is also part of Logan’s wider parks system, which manages more than 600 acres of public land.

Logan City Cemetery

Notable Sections & Monuments

The Logan City Cemetery is filled with distinctive areas and memorials that capture both the history and personality of Cache Valley. From pioneer-era plots to unique artistic headstones, these monuments tell stories that go far beyond names and dates.

Pioneer Plot

The Pioneer Plot in the Logan City Cemetery is the final resting place for many of Logan’s earliest settlers, whose graves were moved here after the original burial ground at 700 East 500 North was closed in 1869. At its center stands a Daughters of Utah Pioneers monument, honoring the 42 unknown pioneers reinterred in this section. The ground itself reflects early burial practices, when simple wooden coffins left distinct impressions in the soil long before concrete vaults were introduced. Today, the Pioneer Plot serves as both a sacred memorial and a tangible reminder of the hardships and devotion of Cache Valley’s founding families.

Pioneer Plot at Logan Cemetery

Babyland

Babyland at the Logan City Cemetery is a tender and sacred section set aside specifically for infants and young children. Located in Areas 40–43A, it offers smaller, half-size plots designed to provide families with a special place of remembrance. This part of the cemetery is marked by its simplicity and quiet beauty, reminding visitors of the deep love and care parents carry for their little ones, and offering a peaceful space where the youngest lives are honored and never forgotten.

Babyland at Logan Cemetery

The Weeping Lady

Perhaps the cemetery’s most famous monument, the Cronquist family statue—known locally as “The Weeping Lady”—has inspired ghost stories and folklore for generations.

The Weeping Lady monument in the Logan City Cemetery marks the grave of Emelie (sometimes cited as Julia) Cronquist, a young woman from a well-known local family who died tragically in the early 20th century. Her grieving parents commissioned a beautiful, seated statue of a sorrowful woman to honor her memory. Over time, the monument’s lifelike pose and downcast expression gave rise to local folklore: students at nearby Utah State University began calling it the “Weeping Lady,” telling stories that the statue sheds tears at midnight or moves under the moonlight. While the ghost tales are pure legend, the statue’s true story is one of a family’s deep love and loss, preserved in stone for more than a century.

The Weeping Lady at Logan Cemetery

Thatcher Family Area & “The Recording Angel”

The Thatcher Recording Angel monument in the Logan City Cemetery is one of the cemetery’s most memorable works of funerary art. Commissioned by the prominent Thatcher family, the statue depicts an angel holding an open book, symbolizing the “recording angel” from Christian tradition—one who inscribes the names and deeds of the faithful in the Book of Life.

Erected in the late 19th century, the monument reflects the Victorian-era style of using angels to convey comfort, divine guardianship, and the promise of eternal life. For visitors, it serves not only as a memorial to the Thatcher family but also as a visual reminder of the spiritual hope that shaped the lives of Cache Valley’s early settlers.

Thatcher Family Monument in Logan Cemetery

Unique Gravesites

Among the thousands of markers in the Logan City Cemetery are a handful of truly unique graves that stand out for their creativity and symbolism. These memorials—from a wooden pioneer marker to a headstone etched with a family fudge recipe—offer a glimpse into the individuality and personal stories of those laid to rest here.

Wooden Monument

William Hardy (1809–1894) is remembered in the Logan City Cemetery with one of the valley’s few surviving wooden grave markers, a rare relic from the 19th century. His marker offers a glimpse into early pioneer burial practices, before granite and marble became common. It stands today as both a personal memorial and a piece of local history, connecting visitors to Logan’s earliest years.

William Hardy Wood Headstone

Lions & Cross

Barbara Ferrin Bindrup (1937-2016) is remembered in the Logan City Cemetery with one of its most distinctive monuments: a headstone carved with a bold lion’s head. The unique design symbolizes qualities such as courage, strength, and guardianship, making it both a work of art and a statement of character. Her stone has become a recognizable feature of the cemetery, often noted by visitors for its creativity and symbolism. It stands as a lasting tribute chosen by her family to honor her life and individuality in a meaningful, unforgettable way.

Lion Monuments at Logan Cemetery

A Resting Place Oriented Towards Mecca

Jamshid Maghami (1949–1974) is laid to rest in the Logan City Cemetery in a distinctive burial that reflects his Islamic faith. Unlike the traditional east-facing graves, he was interred on his side, oriented toward Mecca, with his headstone facing northeast. His resting place highlights the cemetery’s diversity and the way it honors different cultural and religious traditions.

Jamshid Maghami Headstone

Fudge Recipe Headstone

“Kay’s Fudge” Gravestone – Kay Andrews (1922-2019) is fondly remembered in the Logan City Cemetery with one of its most talked-about memorials—a headstone engraved with her famous fudge recipe. Rather than a solemn inscription, her family chose to honor her by sharing something she loved to make and share with others. Visitors can read the full recipe, right down to the ingredients and steps, making her monument both a memorial and a family cookbook passed on to the community. This creative tribute has gained national attention, celebrated as a symbol of warmth, humor, and the sweet ways families keep memories alive.

Fudge Recipe on Headstone

A Child’s Resting Place

Andrew Howard Palmer (1983-1986) is remembered in the Logan City Cemetery with one of its most tender and detailed monuments. His headstone is sculpted in the form of a child lying peacefully in bed, complete with pillow, blanket, and toys, capturing both innocence and love. The design powerfully reflects his short but cherished life, offering visitors a moving symbol of a family’s devotion and grief. This monument stands out as one of the cemetery’s most poignant memorials, evoking both sorrow and comfort.

Sculpted infant and toys in bed

Gone Too Soon

Carly Michelle Taylor (1977-1979) rests in the Logan City Cemetery after a brief but deeply cherished life. Her headstone honors her memory as a beloved child, reminding visitors of the love her family continues to carry. Though her time was short, her presence is preserved in a tender memorial that speaks to the enduring bonds of family.

Teddy bear headstone

A Cowboy’s Poem

C. Russell Larsen’s (1983-2021) headstone is set apart by its colorful and humorous verse, offering a lighthearted reflection rather than the traditional somber inscription. The poem, well known among cowboy poets, captures his spirit with wit and authenticity.

Cowboy poem on headstone

Notable Burials

The cemetery is the final resting place for many of Cache Valley’s most influential people:

Ezra T. Benson

Ezra T. Benson (1811–1869) was an early apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a key figure in the settlement of Cache Valley. Born in Massachusetts, he converted to the Church in 1840 and was called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles just three years later. In 1855, he moved to Cache Valley and helped direct the colonization of the area, playing a central role in establishing Logan and surrounding communities. He was also the grandfather of Ezra Taft Benson, the later church president and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. His grave in the Logan City Cemetery marks the resting place of one of the valley’s founding leaders.

Ezra Taft Benson – Headstone in Logan Cemetery

Peter Maughan

Peter Maughan (1811–1871) was one of Cache Valley’s earliest and most influential settlers. Born in England, he emigrated to the United States with his family, eventually joining the Latter-day Saint pioneers in Utah. In 1856, Brigham Young sent Maughan north to establish a settlement in the Cache Valley, where he became the community’s first leader. He later served as probate judge and territorial legislator, helping to shape the region’s civic and religious foundations. Today, his grave in the Logan City Cemetery stands as a tribute to his leadership and enduring impact on Cache Valley’s history.

Peter Maughan Headstone in Logan Cemetery

Charles W. Nibley

Charles W. Nibley (1849–1931): was a prominent Latter-day Saint leader, businessman, and philanthropist whose influence extended across both religious and civic life in Utah. Born in Scotland, he immigrated to the United States as a child and eventually settled in Cache Valley, where he worked in agriculture and commerce before rising to prominence in church service. He became the Presiding Bishop of the Church from 1907 to 1925 and later served as a counselor in the First Presidency under Heber J. Grant. Beyond church leadership, Nibley was deeply involved in economic development, including ventures in sugar production and land management. His resting place in the Logan City Cemetery reflects both his deep ties to Cache Valley and his lasting legacy in Latter-day Saint history.

Charles W. Nibley headstone

May Swenson

May Swenson (1913–1989) was a nationally acclaimed poet and one of Cache Valley’s most celebrated literary voices. Born in Logan to Swedish immigrant parents, she studied at Utah State University before gaining recognition for her vivid, imaginative verse. Over her career, she published numerous poetry collections, received a Guggenheim Fellowship, and was honored as a Chancellor of the Academy of American Poets. Her grave in the Logan City Cemetery is marked by a granite bench inscribed with lines of her poetry, offering visitors both a memorial and a place to reflect. Swenson’s legacy endures as a bridge between her Cache Valley roots and the wider world of American literature.

May Swenson headstone

Officer Eric Estrada

Officer Eric Estrada (1993-2025) was a dedicated police officer with the Logan City Police Department who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. Known for his commitment to public safety and his deep care for the community, he served with honor and professionalism. His passing was felt profoundly throughout Cache Valley, where residents and fellow officers honored him as a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice. Officer Estrada is laid to rest in the Logan City Cemetery, where his grave has become a place of remembrance and gratitude for his service. His legacy continues to inspire respect for law enforcement and the sacrifices they make to protect others.

Officer Eric Estrada’s grave at Logan Cemetery

Visiting the Cemetery

The Logan City Cemetery is open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The cemetery office is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

What to know before you go:

• Burials are not held on Sundays or major holidays (including Memorial Day).

• Clean-up days happen three times a year (April, June, October), when perishable decorations are removed.

• Allowed items: Flowers are welcome, but glass, rocks, wire, and permanent fencing are not permitted. Shepherd hooks are seasonal (winter months and Memorial Day).

• Headstones: Must include a concrete border at grass level, installed by a monument company.

• Grave layout: Traditionally head-to-west, foot-to-east.

Research & Tools

If you are researching family history or planning a visit:

• Use the Logan Cemetery Interactive Burial Search (GIS-based online map).

• Browse the Names In Stone database for block, lot, and GPS info.

• Download the Historical Walking Tour Map for a self-guided visit to the most significant graves.

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Contact Information

CONTACT INFORMATION
Main Office: (435) 716-9270
Additional Contact Information

CEMETERY SEXTON
Justin Allen: (435) 716-9270

OFFICE HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday–Friday
7:00 am–4:00 pm

PHYSICAL LOCATION
Logan Cemetery
1000 N 1200 E
Logan, UT 84321

HEADSTONE SALES | HEADSTONE CLEANING
Cache Valley Monuments | 435-881-8874
44 E Center St.
Logan, UT 84321

Fees

Map of Logan City Cemetery

Click here to download a map of Logan City Cemetery: https://cachevalleymonuments.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Map-of-Logan-City-Cemetery.pdf

A Place of Heritage and Reflection

The Logan City Cemetery is more than a burial ground—it is a living record of Cache Valley’s story. From pioneers and poets to law enforcement heroes and everyday families, each headstone tells a part of our community’s history. Visiting the cemetery is an opportunity not only to honor those who came before but also to connect with the roots that continue to shape our valley today.