By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Guthrie Center’s Resurrection Cemetery Committee recently applied for and received two Patricia Shaw Memorial grants from the State Association for the Preservation of Iowa Cemeteries (SAPIC), a nonprofit organization that assists groups in the maintenance and restoration of cemeteries through grants, programs and educational assistance.
The grants received will provide materials and a hands-on training workshop session from Rod Stanley, who will provide on-site educational guidance in proper cleaning and repair techniques of tombstones.
The workshop will be held at Resurrection Cemetery on Sunday, June 23 at 12:30 p.m. The cemetery is located east of Guthrie Center on Pecan Ave, north of Highway 44. The cleaning chemicals are non-toxic, allowing all ages to lend their support. Anyone wishing to attend to gain knowledge and/or help out are welcome to participate. Text or call Cindy Ahrens at 641-740-1100 if you plan to attend.