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Finding peace among the trees in our Memorial Forests

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Darlla and her husband hug their Memorial Tree in Better Place Forests Point Arena.

Darlla

Darlla’s quest to find
her happy place

After experiencing the loss of her parents, Darlla knew she wanted
to do something different than
the family tradition. 

Picture shows Andre whose memory was honored by his parents with a memorial tree at better place forests memorial forest in Flagstaff AZ

Deb and Gary

Remembering Andre

A family honors the memory of their son and his love of the outdoors.

David and Bindy at their Memorial Tree in Better Place Forests Flagstaff

David and Bindy

Why a cemetery professional chose a tree

After working in a mortuary, David knew he didn’t want to be embalmed. 

Donna and Steven with their Memorial Tree in Better Place Forests Lake Arrowhead

Donna and Steven

An executor’s fresh take on end-of-life planning

After planning several memorials for family members they knew a Memorial Tree was a perfect fit.

Dana and Laura at their Memorial Tree in Better Place Forests Rock River.

Dana and Laura

Giving back to the Earth

Dana and Laura’s plan to spend forever together in nature.

Kris hugs her late husband's Memorial Tree in Better Place Forests Flagstaff Memorial Forest

Kris and Craig

An everlasting love in Flagstaff Memorial Forest

Craig and Kris knew a Quaking Aspen was the perfect symbol of their undying love.

Kathryn and Joey getting married at their Memorial Tree in Better Place Forests Santa Cruz.

Kathryn and Joey

A Santa Cruz Forest Memorial wedding

This couple chose to have their wedding at their Memorial Tree,
a place where they will be
together forever. 

Darlla and her husband hug their Memorial Tree in Better Place Forests Point Arena.

Darlla

Darlla’s quest to find
her happy place

After experiencing the loss of her parents, Darlla knew she wanted
to do something different than
the family tradition. 

A photo of Kim and Matt together. When Matt realized his end was coming, he said to Kim “I know what I want to do. I want to be with the trees.”

Kim and Matt

Kim and Matt’s
special place

When Matt realized his end was coming, he knew he wanted to
be with the trees. 

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