THE CONTENTS
Cemeterying With Hope contains five sections. The first chapter gives an enhanced
definition of graveyards and introduces the reader to the many wonders of cemeteries. The second
section shares a thought-provoking commentary on memorial expressions and provides pages so that
the reader may record his own personal remembrances of a loved one. The third chapter is designed
to comfort those who have parted with a child. The fourth section portrays inspirational epitaphs
and uplifting testimonies that have been inscribed on tombstones. The fifth and final chapter has
a Christian focus and offers thoughts concerning the importance of eternal preparation.
THE PURPOSES
Cemeterying With Hope was written with many purposes in mind. Among them were
1) to showcase Illinois cemeteries and to create new material for people who love graveyards
2) to forge an appreciation of cemeteries in those folks who think of them as mere burying grounds
3) to comfort those who are bereft
4) to bring awareness of the need for cemetery maintenance and restoration
5) to pay tribute to those who have gone before us; 6) to generate thought about what testimony the
reader wants on his own gravestone
7) to bring enjoyment and pleasure to the reader.
WHO IS THE READER OF THIS BOOK?
Cemeterying With Hope has something for everyone. Do you love
cemeteries? Do you love art or architecture? Do you love beautiful photography? Are you interested
in history? Do you like to read short biographies? Are you looking for a gift for someone who needs
comfort in a time of grieving? Do you want to experience a truly unique literary idea?
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