Sharing an Uplifting Story of Well Deserved Recognition for Groundskeepers of Two Athens Ohio Cemeteries

Sharing from "The Post" in Athens, Ohio.  

"Cemetery Caretakers Strive to Maintain Respect on the Grounds" 

by Julia Fair -- published on January 18, 2017.

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Cemeteries mentioned in the story:

 (Find A Grave links):

West Union Street Cemetery 

(AKA: Athens Cemetery)

and

West State Street Cemetery 

(AKA: State Street Cemetery)

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This well-written and heartfelt cemetery story recognizes the dedication and efforts of those who regularly tend to the needs of their community's cemeteries. 

The details spotlight their caring and concerned approach that springs from a deep understanding that their city's cemeteries are vitally important and should be maintained.   

There is a great deal of inspiration to be found in this easy-reading article from Athens, Ohio that encourages others to feel it worthwhile for them to follow in the footsteps of these groundskeepers.  

Spotlighting - "NAMI - Athens: "The Ridges Cemetery Project"

Click on title to read about "The Ridges Cemetery Project" of Athens, Ohio. 

From the website:

"NAMI Athens is also involved with other groups and organizations in a major effort to restore, beautify and demystify the three mental health graveyards located on the grounds of the old psychiatric hospital complex on the Ridges. Prior to the onset of this project, the graveyards were in poor repair, with many graves abandoned to brush and woods and hundreds of stones uprooted and broken."

The Ridges Cemetery Project - Athens County, Athens, Ohio

Click on title for a link to the Ridges Cemetery Project in Athens, Ohio.