Cemeteries are supposed to be quiet, peaceful places where those who have passed away are laid to rest. The Independent Order Of Odd Fellows (IOOF) Cemetery in Gregory, South Dakota, is a pretty little cemetery…but many people believe that it’s haunted.

The IOOF Cemetery in Gregory, South Dakota is the final resting place for just over 1,200 people...but some say that not everyone who was buried here is at peace.
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Many visitors report strange happenings at this pretty little cemetery.
The most common sighting seems to be that of an elderly man.
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People see him in broad daylight, wandering amongst the headstones. They say that he looks confused, as though he's searching for someone. Some believe that he's reading the names on the gravestones as if he's trying to locate a specific grave. But when people approach him to offer help, he vanishes right in front of their eyes.

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Another ghostly sighting is that of a young soldier.
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The young man is typically seen sitting under a tree, as if enjoying the shade on a sunny day. But if anyone gets very near, he disappears.
Several other ghosts may wander this cemetery as well.
IOOF Cemetery/Facebook
Some visitors report hearing the cries of a woman; others say they've heard laughter when no one is around. At dusk, some see strange lights or hear footsteps.

No one seems to have specific information about who these ghosts may be. Most of the activity seems to be non-threatening, and the cemetery seems like a peaceful spot, even if some of the people you might see wandering about are no longer alive. Have you ever witnessed any paranormal activity at the IOOF Cemetery? Share your stories with our readers in the comments.

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