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A Natural Burial For Gracie

I had never experienced a natural burial. Then I learned the hard way—firsthand—just how beautiful it is.  We could no…
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Watch Bob’s farewell story

Bob Swift lived with leukemia for several years before deciding it was time to launch. He had a long career…
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Identified Flying Object

Barbara was just one heck of a human being and her life story one of unique drive and determination.  I…
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​Natural Burial at Penn Forest Helps Family with Healing

On June 9, 2019, Stephanie Edwards’ life changed forever. That was the day her beloved husband, Tom, died. Like many…
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First Burial at The Forest Conservation Burial Ground, Ashland, Oregon

The Forest Conservation Burial Ground, Oregon’s first dedicated natural burial ground, had only been officially open for burials for about…
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