Families of Poles who came to
All Saints and All Souls days are when Poles travel to their ancestors' graves to pray for their souls. Candles and flowers (mums, asters, fall flowers) are left at the graves. Candles are so numerous that one can see cemeteries glowing from afar at dusk.
In the
The veterans plot is small lesson in Polish history, as the crosses on the graves contain the names of those who contributed to the Polish cause during WWII and the places where they participated in the war effort. The plot is anchored by a memorial cross designed by the late Polish artist Jozef Slawinski who is also buried at the site. There is also a monument that describes how those who are buried there arrived in
An informal group of around 30 so-called "2nd generationers" first gathered last Christmas season to share Oplatek and stories of their parents and grandparents. They decided to meet from time to time throughout the year and to document their ancestors' stories. Plans are now underway for the construction of a website about the post-WWII immigrants to
For more information about the group, please contact Andy Golebiowski at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 716-510-7562.
St. Stanislaus B. & M. Cemetery is located at
