St.
Anastasia Cemetery
(Located 1 mile north of
Hutchinson on Highway 15)
Cemetery Manager, Roger Vacek,
320-587-8736
CEMETERY NEWS:
Formal Garden at Risen Christ Statue area:
On July 14, a crew of volunteers planted flowers around the Risen Christ
statue. Thanks for all the workers in May, June, and July who provided their
time and talent to removing the shrubs and loose rock, planting flowers, and
donating flowers and mulch. In all, 70 plants (Phlox, Silvia, Sedum and
Overdam grass) were placed in the four formal gardens. A future project will
involve repairing the simulated rock under the statue. If anyone would like
to help with the masonry work, contact Roger Vacek, 587-8736.
Memorials:
July 12, a family donated funds for one plot of the Prairie Grass/ Wild
Flowers. Two Black Hills Spruce memorials were sold and planted in June. We
still have two Dogwoods, a Granite bench and several more Wild
Flower/Prairie Grass plots for sale. Preparation for the Wild
Flowers/Prairie Grass plots will begin this fall.
Reposition Markers
(Flat and
Upright): During the past week, a team raised three flat markers back into
position. Next week, additional concrete foundation will be added to
another marker to bring it to the proper level. If you have a marker that
you want lifted or tilted straight, we’ll put the team to work. The costs to
level a flat marker are between $25 to $50. Upright markers can cost $100 to
$300. Costs depend on the size and weight of the marker.
Old Flower Garbage Cans Added:
Two garbage cans were added to the cemetery. One is on the edge of the north
driveway and one is next to the south driveway.
These are to be used for old flowers only.
These containers will remain at the cemetery during the flower season and
will be removed in late October.
Time Capsule:
The 125th-year Time Capsule will be installed in the Columbarium on
Aug 14
at 6pm. All are invited to participate in the short service which will
include the dedication of Columbarium B. We are planning to have special
music.
Garage – new roof:
On July 20,
five KC members and two other volunteers removed the old shingles and firmly
screwed on the white sheet metal to the roof of the garage. The entire job
was completed in less than four hours.
