Forest Memorial
Create a natural tribute that unites people and memories with a living forest.
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Start by learning more about planning a Forest Memorial, available trees, and pricing.
How a Forest Memorial Works
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Integrate ash & soil
When it’s time, ashes are integrated with native forest soil at the memorial table.
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A symbol of life
Wildflower petals, a symbol of new life, are added to the vessel as part of the ceremony.
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Return to earth
The ash and soil mixture is placed at the base of your tree. Share readings, songs, and memories.
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Mark your special place
When the earth has settled, our Forest Guides place a customized Memorial Marker at your tree.
“Mixing the ashes with the soil - our guests' reaction was 'This is so Andre.' It is one more step in our healing.”
Deb L.
Flagstaff Memorial Forest, Arizona
“Having our tree has given me a gift. It’s as if Matt wanted me to have this special place to visit.”
Kim A.
Point Arena Memorial Forest, California
“It was just exactly what I imagined and more.”
Kris L.
Flagstaff Memorial Forest, Arizona
Plan a Forest Memorial
Simple Paperwork
A death certificate and
spreading affidavit are needed.
Memorial Markers
Design an option marker with
letters, characters, or symbols.
Custom Forest Memorial
Our Guides help you select
readings, poems, and songs.
Explore Memorial Trees
Lovingly handpicked by our Forest Guides, discover Memorial Trees from our most popular tree species.
Plan your Forest Memorial with a Guide
“Hosting a Forest Memorial is a complete act of service. My intention is for people to feel safe, welcome, and included.”
Gillian N. | Memorial Specialist
Point Arena Memorial Forest, California