Holy Cross Cemetery is a

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located in the Chollas View neighborhood of

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. Holy Cross was dedicated in 1919 for the exclusive use of

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s, with expansions in 1945 and 1956. The mausoleum, with its distinctive blue roof visible from

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Notable interments

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References

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External links

''Journal of San Diego History'' - ''San Diego Cemeteries: A Brief Guide''
Cemeteries in San Diego County, California Roman Catholic cemeteries in California Geography of San Diego 1919 establishments in California History of San Diego