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Charles W. Garfield Grave

Charles W. Garfield Grave

GRHC - 2007

The small concrete marker at the base of a Sycamore tree reads: Memory Tree, Chas. W. Garfield, Useful Citizen, Lover of Trees.

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TitleCharles W. Garfield Grave
CreatorGRHC
Date2007
FormatPhotograph
Notes

Title by cataloger. Charles Garfield was cremated, and his ashes were buried at the base of one of the trees he had planted near the Garfield Lodge in Garfield Park. For more information go to the Photo Essay, Historic Walking Tour of the Garfield Park Area, in the Neighborhoods section.

Location In PhotoGrand Rapids
CollectionGrand Rapids Historical Commission


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