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Echoes in the Limestone: The Legacy of William and Ann Barron
Within the quiet expanse of East Ward Park lie hundreds of stories—tales of triumph and sorrow, buried but far from forgotten. This is one
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Jan 183 min read


Fallen in the Call: Remembering Private George H. Wiltshire and Private David Upper
The reports confirm the tragic nature of his passing, finding him frozen under a bridge after New Year's Day.
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Oct 30, 20252 min read


Remembering Grandpa Stanley: A Life of Service, Love, and Mower Repair
Stanley’s journey with the Perth Regiment began when he was just 19, and by 21, he was overseas, part of the grueling Italian Campaign.
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Sep 30, 20252 min read


Lives Left Under the Trees
These headstones under the trees represent more than just forgotten relics. They are a stark reminder of our own mortality.
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Sep 25, 20252 min read


John Sebring: The Man Who Named a Town Sebringville Ontario
John Sebring, an American who arrived in the area in 1834, is credited with founding the community. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to...
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Sep 14, 20251 min read


Honoring Our Heroes: A Special Contest from Eternal Care Stone Services
For the next eleven weeks, leading right up to Remembrance Day, we will be giving away one complimentary headstone cleaning each week
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Sep 7, 20252 min read


A Walk Through Time: A Guide to the Historic Cemeteries of Perth County
Each cemetery is a unique archive, offering a tangible link to the pioneers, farmers, artisans, and families who built this region.
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Sep 3, 20253 min read


Beyond the Grave: Should We Leave Headstone Care in Our Wills?
Should we include the perpetual care of our headstone in our wills, explicitly assigning this responsibility to our family members?
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Sep 2, 20252 min read


Lost in the Woods: A Sentimental Soul in a World of Progress
My soul, it seems, is fed by the quiet reverence of the natural world. Give me a forest, with its dappled light, the scent of damp earth,
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Aug 30, 20253 min read


So, You Wanna Be a Super Sleuth of Your Southwestern Ontario Roots, Eh? 🕵️♀️🍁 (Don't Panic!)
You wanna know who your great-aunt Mildred actually married that third time? Or if that rumour about your grandpa being secretly related to
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Aug 27, 20253 min read


Whispers in the Stone: Marble Headstones of Ontario's Past
Back in the early 20th century, marble was a popular choice for headstones, and for good reason! It’s a naturally beautiful stone, with
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Aug 26, 20253 min read


Decoration Day: Our Ancestors, Our Memorials, and Our Tradition
They place fresh flowers 💐, potted plants, or other decorations on the graves, symbolizing enduring love and remembrance.
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Aug 25, 20252 min read


Headstone Tourist: My Hilariously Morbid Journey into Ancestry
Turns out, cemeteries are basically outdoor history museums, just with significantly less gift shop merchandise.
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Aug 24, 20252 min read


My Humorous Encounter with the Cemetery "Gatekeeper"
I tried to explain my purpose, my noble quest for genealogical data. But she wasn't having it.
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Aug 23, 20252 min read


Remembering the Lost: The Silent Sorrow of 1886 Ontario
Remembering the Lost Children: The Silent Sorrow of 1886 Ontario
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Aug 22, 20252 min read


A Thoughtful Gift of Care: Introducing Eternal Care Stone Services Gift Certificates
Gift certificates available
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Aug 21, 20252 min read


More Than Just Cleaning Stones: My Journey to Preserving Legacies
My journey as a Headstone cleaner and where we are going.
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Aug 20, 20252 min read


The Secret Lives Etched in Stone
I feel like a detective, uncovering hidden details from the past.
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Aug 19, 20252 min read


We're Going Public (Kind Of)! Confessions of an Awkward Headstone Cleaner
How for I approach clients? Without it being weird.
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Aug 18, 20252 min read


Ontario's Unforgiving Climate: The Silent Toll on Our Headstones
Canadian climate effects on monuments
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Aug 17, 20252 min read
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