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Fence Repair Project – Protecting Burkhart Cemetery
Burkhart Cemetery is undertaking an essential repair to the perimeter fence to protect the grounds from neighboring cattle and preserve the dignity of this historic resting place. While a significant portion of the fence has already been replaced, 132 feet still require full restoration to ensure long‑term safety and stability.
This remaining section includes removing old fencing, clearing brush and trees, and installing a new 5‑strand high‑tensile barbed wire system. With five strands stretched across the 132‑foot line, this equals 660 feet of wire, creating a strong, durable barrier designed to last for decades.
The total cost of completing this project is $4,500, covering:
Removal of old fence and trees
Brush clearing along the fence line
Installation of 660 ft of new 5‑strand high‑tensile barbed wire
T‑posts and 2 7/8" pipe
Welding and professional installation
Post‑pounder equipment rental
Labor for safe, reliable construction
Finishing this repair will prevent livestock from entering the cemetery, protect headstones and trees from damage, and maintain the peaceful environment families expect when visiting loved ones.
Your donation directly supports this critical project and helps preserve Burkhart Cemetery for future generations.
Burkhart Cemetery Preservation Fund
The Burkhart Cemetery Preservation Fund supports the essential, year‑round care of our historic cemetery. As a nonprofit cemetery serving families throughout Newton County for more than a century, we rely entirely on community donations to maintain the grounds and ensure this sacred place is cared for with dignity and respect.
Contributions to the Preservation Fund help cover ongoing needs such as:
Regular mowing and trimming
Tree removal and storm‑damage cleanup
Fence repair and boundary protection
Road and pathway upkeep
Long‑term preservation and improvement projects
Every donation — large or small — directly supports the continued care of Burkhart Cemetery and honors the loved ones laid to rest here. Your generosity helps protect a piece of local history and ensures future generations will have a peaceful, well‑maintained place to visit, remember, and reflect.
Thank you for supporting the preservation of Burkhart Cemetery.
Burkhart Cemetery Inc. is a 501(c)(13) nonprofit. All monetary donations are tax‑deductible.
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Thank you for supporting the preservation and care of Burkhart Cemetery.
Mail a Donation
If you prefer to give by mail, please make checks payable to:
Burkhart Cemetery Inc. P.O. Box 871 Racine, Missouri 64858
Please include a note if your donation is in honor or memory of a loved one, so we can record it appropriately.
Donate Materials or Supplies
Burkhart Cemetery gratefully accepts donated materials that help with maintenance, repairs, and preservation. Commonly needed items include:
Gravel and rock
Topsoil
Grass seed
Lumber for fencing or signage
Landscaping tools and equipment
Cleaning supplies for headstone care
Material donations may be tax‑deductible; donors are responsible for determining fair market value.
If you would like to donate materials, please contact us so we can coordinate delivery and ensure the items meet current needs.
Email: admin@burkhartcemetery.org Phone: 479-312-9733
Mailing Address: Burkhart Cemetery Inc. P.O. Box 871 Racine, Missouri 64858
Volunteer Time
Burkhart Cemetery welcomes volunteers for light groundskeeping, trimming, cleanup, and seasonal maintenance. Whether you can help for an hour or occasionally, your time makes a meaningful difference.
Volunteer activities support general maintenance but do not replace contracted mowing services.
Email: admin@burkhartcemetery.org Phone: 479‑312‑9733