Planting a Memorial Tree
Hello Friends
Although I typically write letters directly to Jackie on this page, today I am writing to you.
Since Jackie's ashes were scattered in the Pacific Ocean, it left no specific, permanent memorial for friends and loved ones to visit in her honor. I thought a flowering tree, planted in a place she loved, would be a beautiful way to honor her life.
A dear friend suggested I give those who knew her an opportunity to feel a part of this 'ceremony', as a way to add their love and intention to the memorial. A virtual "stone on the grave", so to speak. I love this idea, and have created this Go Fund Me to invite you to participate. $1, $5 ... any amount adds your love to this project. This is simply an opportunity to be a part of it if you'd like to.
If you'd like to contribute, I will add your name to a card I will give to my sister this Sunday, on Mother's Day (also Jackie's birthday). The tree will be purchased and planted sometime in the next few weeks. I'll provide pictures and updates regarding the planting once it all falls into place.
PS: If we happen to raise funds beyond those needed for the tree, all additional will go directly to The Jackie Marolf Scholarship Fund, the annual scholarship my sister has provided for students in need at St. Francis of Assissi Catholic school in Ann Arbor since 2009.
Thank you in advance for your consideration. We are eternally grateful to those of you who visit this page.
Blessings to all of you <3
Debbie
Although I typically write letters directly to Jackie on this page, today I am writing to you.
Since Jackie's ashes were scattered in the Pacific Ocean, it left no specific, permanent memorial for friends and loved ones to visit in her honor. I thought a flowering tree, planted in a place she loved, would be a beautiful way to honor her life.
A dear friend suggested I give those who knew her an opportunity to feel a part of this 'ceremony', as a way to add their love and intention to the memorial. A virtual "stone on the grave", so to speak. I love this idea, and have created this Go Fund Me to invite you to participate. $1, $5 ... any amount adds your love to this project. This is simply an opportunity to be a part of it if you'd like to.
If you'd like to contribute, I will add your name to a card I will give to my sister this Sunday, on Mother's Day (also Jackie's birthday). The tree will be purchased and planted sometime in the next few weeks. I'll provide pictures and updates regarding the planting once it all falls into place.
PS: If we happen to raise funds beyond those needed for the tree, all additional will go directly to The Jackie Marolf Scholarship Fund, the annual scholarship my sister has provided for students in need at St. Francis of Assissi Catholic school in Ann Arbor since 2009.
Thank you in advance for your consideration. We are eternally grateful to those of you who visit this page.
Blessings to all of you <3
Debbie
Organizer
Debbie Khumayyis Foltz
Organizer
Saline, MI