As we slide into fall, we can look toward spring and the stunning flowering of the six cherry trees that welcome us into Sequim’s Pioneer Memorial Park.

These trees thank the first six presidents of the Sequim Prairie Garden Club for their dedication in transforming a weed and scrub infested abandoned cemetery into a glorious retreat.

In 1961, ceremonial placards identified each tree’s honoree: Martha Clasen, Marvel Vail, Nora Lee Klinger, Grace Blank, Sophie Blair and Alta Cameron. We don’t know who’s who today because the placards are gone.

I would suggest an alphabetical renaming. When you enjoy these trees, please thank — from east to west — Alta, Grace and Martha; Marvel, Nora and Sophie.

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