"It's a cathartic place, but it's also a place of great joy and celebration, too," said Larry Closs, highlighting the dual nature of the Furever Tree as both a memorial and a celebration of beloved pets.
"It's happy and sad - but that's the point of a memorial, isn't it?" said Lorenzo. This remark encapsulates the emotional complexity of visiting the Furever Tree, which evokes both grief and happiness for those remembering their pets.
Around Thanksgiving each year, Closs and Marianne Larsen take hundreds of carefully preserved ornaments out of storage and hang them from the tree, with some dating back to the late 80s, showcasing the lasting impact of these memorials.
The Furever Tree began in 1986 when Jason Reddock and Nicki Gallasa dressed up the evergreen for their deceased dogs, demonstrating how personal loss can inspire meaningful traditions that bring comfort over the years.
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