Exploring Almost Forgotten Gravesites in the Great State of Ohio

Dedicated to cemetery preservation in the great state of Ohio


"A cemetery may be considered as abandoned when all or practically all of the bodies have been Removed therefrom and no bodies have been buried therein for a great many years, and the cemetery has been so long neglected as entirely to lose its identity as such, and is no longer known, recognized and respected by the public as a cemetery. 1953 OAG 2978."

Monday, November 11, 2019

Veterans Day is Remembrance Day - 2019 - "Lest We Forget"

Honoring all veterans on this Veterans Day - 2019.
America and the world remembers you and your sacrifices made in service to your country. 
Your selfless acts of bravery have enabled us to have and hold dear all of the freedoms that we enjoy today.  
Thank you now, and thank you always.
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Sharing this link to "BillionGraves"' blog post today.:
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Sunday, November 3, 2019

"Geneva Cemeteries Seek Continuing Levy" - Ashtabula "Star Beacon"

This spotlight news story from the Ashtabula "Star Beacon" - November 2, 2019 presents specific details explaining how placing a continuing levy on the ballot will appeal to voters for several reasons. 
Excerpt: 
"Continuing levies can be applied under a number of different circumstances, including levies for operating expenses and permanent improvements, according to information from the Ohio Secretary of State."
Also, see the image below.  
Continuing/Continuous levies help townships keep funding in place for cemeteries.