Grave Situation.

This article provides an overview of Paul Williams, the superintendent of Oak Hill Cemetery in Georgetown. Williams is responsible for the maintenance and operations of the cemetery, which houses around 22,000 deceased individuals. He fulfills various roles, including historic preservationist, grief counselor, and real estate agent. The article explores the different types of burial sites available at the cemetery, ranging from expensive mausoleums to more affordable cremation sites. It also discusses the financial challenges of running a historic cemetery and the innovative solutions implemented to generate revenue. Williams's personal experience with death has influenced his perspective and approach to his work. Additionally, the article touches on the history and significance of Congressional Cemetery in Washington, D.C., which is home to notable graves, such as that of Willie Lincoln, the son of President Abraham Lincoln. Williams, the cemetery's superintendent, offers tours and assists families in finding burial plots. He approaches his job with humor and aims to make the process of death and burial more pleasant for visitors. Williams intends to be buried in the cemetery himself, surrounded by nature. [Extracted from the article]